With the recently released poster of Sitaare Zameen Par, the audience has finally gotten a first glimpse of the much-awaited film. While it has heightened excitement and anticipation for more details about the film, it also marks Aamir Khan’s return to the big screen after a long time. Remarkably, as the original film holds a special place in the hearts of audiences, it’s interesting to note that this is the first sequel Aamir Khan has done in his three-decade-long career.

Yes, Aamir Khan has never done a sequel before. Despite delivering some of the biggest blockbusters in Indian cinema, the superstar has never been a part of a sequel, until now. Sitaare Zameen Par will be the first sequel in his filmography, making it all the more special.

Notably, Sitaare Zameen Par is a spiritual sequel to Taare Zameen Par. Released in 2007, the film told a heart-touching and deeply inspiring story of Ishaan, an artistically gifted 8-year-old boy who is discovered to be dyslexic by his new art teacher, Nikumbh. The film struck an emotional chord with audiences and continues to hold a special place in our memories.

Moreover, now, with Sitaare Zameen Par, Aamir Khan Productions is launching 10 debutant actors, Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, NamanMishra, and Simran Mangeshkar. The film is directed by R. S. Prasanna, who also directed ShubhMangal Saavdhan, a barrier-breaking blockbuster. He also produced and directed On A Quest, a biopic on Swami Chinmayananda Saraswathi, the teacher who Inspired the formation of the Chinmaya Mission. Prasanna has consistently created thought-provoking and captivating cinema.

Made under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, Sitaare Zameen Par will star Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh. The lyrics of the film are written by Amitabh Bhattacharya and music is given by Shankar-Easaan-Loy. The screenplay is written By Divy Nidhi Sharma. The film is produced by Aamir Khan and Aparna Purohit, with Ravi Bhagchandka as producer. Directed by R. S. Prasanna, the film will release on 20th June.