Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par picks up momentum on release day as last-hour bookings surge past 10,000 tickets

Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par Gains Momentum After Slow Start

Aamir Khan's much-anticipated emotional drama, Sitaare Zameen Par, experienced a measured beginning at the box office earlier today. However, the film is now demonstrating encouraging signs of gaining traction as the day progresses.

The film, released today, June 20th, had the majority of its screenings scheduled to commence after 10 AM, resulting in relatively subdued advance booking figures during the initial hours. According to BookMyShow data, a surge of over 10,000 tickets booked in the last hour alone indicates a growing audience interest in the movie.

As of 1 PM today, Sitaare Zameen Par has garnered Rs 1.68 crore in India. Prior to its release, advance bookings amounted to Rs 3.31 crore, with 115,344 tickets sold across 9,542 shows nationwide. Including block seats, the total pre-release booking value reached Rs 6.88 crore, providing the film with a respectable commencement despite the limited number of early morning shows.

The Hindi-speaking regions are contributing significantly to the film's business, with Rs 3.19 crore grossed through 103,884 tickets in the Hindi 2D format alone. While its presence in regional languages such as Tamil and Telugu is limited, it remains noteworthy, particularly with 9,309 tickets sold for the Telugu version.

In contrast, Kuberaa, starring Dhanush, Nagarjuna, and Rashmika Mandanna, has achieved a stronger opening at the Indian box office, accumulating Rs 3.58 crore by 1 PM on its release day. Reportedly produced with a budget of Rs 120 crore, Kuberaa has consistently attracted audiences, with advance bookings and early show numbers reflecting steady attendance.

While Sitaare Zameen Par experienced a more gradual start due to its show timings and the genre's typically selective audience appeal, the afternoon and evening screenings are anticipated to perform better. The sharp increase in last-hour ticket bookings suggests positive word of mouth and escalating curiosity surrounding the film.

If the current booking momentum is sustained throughout the evening and weekend, Sitaare Zameen Par has the potential to establish a solid presence at the box office, offsetting its day-one figures with a consistent rise in collections. The film's star-studded premiere last night was attended by prominent figures such as Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Rekha, Vicky Kaushal, and many others.