Sitaare Zameen Par Box Office Collection Day 2: Aamir Khan's movie crosses ₹20 cr mark, amount on Saturday

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan’s much-anticipated comeback film Sitaare Zameen Par has continued its strong performance at the box office, crossing the ₹20 crore mark within just two days of release. The emotional drama, which released on Friday, saw a notable jump in its Saturday earnings, bolstering confidence among exhibitors and the film trade.

Saturday Surge: ₹12.1 Crore Collection on Day 2

According to early estimates from leading trade analysts, Sitaare Zameen Par collected approximately ₹12.1 crore on its second day, taking its two-day total to a solid ₹21.3 crore. The film had opened with a respectable ₹9.2 crore on Friday, and the upward trend reflects positive word-of-mouth, especially in urban centers.

“The film has witnessed a healthy jump of nearly 30% on Saturday. This indicates strong audience engagement, particularly in multiplex circuits across Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru,” said trade analyst Komal Nahta.

Emotional Narrative Resonates with Families

Directed by RS Prasanna, Sitaare Zameen Par deals with themes of inclusion, learning disabilities, and human connection — a thematic successor to Aamir’s 2007 film Taare Zameen Par. The movie's emotional core and family-oriented messaging seem to have struck a chord, especially among urban family audiences.

“Sitaare Zameen Par is a heartwarming tale that has depth, sensitivity, and Aamir’s classic narrative style. The content-driven film is bound to sustain well over weekdays too,” stated film critic Taran Adarsh.

The film also stars Genelia D’Souza, making a notable return, alongside a cast of young newcomers who add freshness to the screen.

Strong Occupancy in Multiplexes, Slower in Mass Circuits

While the film is performing well in Tier-1 cities, mass circuits have shown a lukewarm response so far. However, the makers are optimistic about growth through word-of-mouth.

In cities like Mumbai and Delhi-NCR, occupancy rates touched 65% by Saturday evening shows, with select prime-time screenings going houseful. In contrast, single screens in smaller towns such as Kanpur, Ranchi, and Ludhiana have shown modest attendance.

“This is typical for an Aamir Khan film. It often starts strong in metros and gains ground slowly in mass markets based on reviews and emotional appeal,” noted distributor-exhibitor Akshaye Rathi.

Aamir Khan’s Comeback Strategy Paying Off

This marks Aamir Khan's full-fledged return to cinemas after a hiatus of nearly three years, following the underwhelming performance of Laal Singh Chaddha in 2022. Unlike his previous release, Sitaare Zameen Par has had a leaner promotional campaign, focusing on direct audience engagement rather than flashy marketing.

Film industry insiders believe the actor’s recalibrated approach—emphasizing storytelling over spectacle—has resonated well.

“Audiences missed seeing Aamir in a grounded, emotional role. This return to form was much needed, and it’s showing in the numbers,” said Girish Johar, box office analyst.

Market Context and Competing Releases

Sitaare Zameen Par faced minimal competition during its opening weekend, as no major Bollywood release was scheduled alongside. This clear window has helped the film consolidate its hold on screens, with over 3,000 screens across India.

Hollywood’s Inside Out 2 and a handful of regional films offered mild competition but did not significantly impact the film’s earnings.

As per industry sources, the film has already begun expanding its footprint with increased show counts for Sunday, especially in premium formats like IMAX and PVR Luxe.

Investor Outlook: Positive Trends for Aamir Khan Productions

For Aamir Khan Productions, the early box office success of Sitaare Zameen Par is a welcome turnaround. The production house, which co-produced the film with Viacom18 Studios, is expected to post profitable margins if the current trajectory continues.

“The film was made on a modest budget of around ₹50 crore, including marketing. With strong weekday holds and overseas markets yet to kick in, it could end up being a sleeper hit,” said a senior executive at Viacom18 on condition of anonymity.

The movie is also seeing pre-release interest in international territories such as the UAE, UK, and North America, where it is set to release next week. Satellite and digital rights, reportedly sold at premium rates, will further cushion the ROI.

What’s Next: Can It Breach ₹100 Crore Mark?

With a strong start and positive sentiment surrounding it, the question now is whether Sitaare Zameen Par can cross the ₹100 crore mark during its theatrical run. If current trends hold and the film maintains weekday traction, analysts believe it could reach that milestone within two weeks.

“If it can maintain a 30-40% drop on Monday and hold around ₹6-7 crore daily through the week, crossing ₹100 crore is very achievable,” predicted senior film analyst Rohit Jaiswal.

The upcoming weekend could be crucial, as word-of-mouth builds and footfalls from smaller towns pick up momentum.

A Feel-Good Resurgence for Aamir Khan

In a year of volatile box office performances, Sitaare Zameen Par is emerging as a stabilizing success story — driven not by grandeur, but by genuine storytelling and emotional sincerity. For Aamir Khan, it signals a reaffirmation of his stature as a thinking actor and producer, capable of drawing audiences with substance over spectacle.

With ₹21.3 crore in two days and a solid runway ahead, the film is poised to become one of the standout performers of the year, both critically and commercially.