Sitaare Zameen Par OTT Release: Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par finally heads to OTT after 9 month

By: Suruchi Sharma

On: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 3:26 PM

Sitaare Zameen Par on Sony LIV Streaming: Heartwarming story and a powerful star cast
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Sitaare Zameen Par OTT Release: Bollywood’s Mr. Perfectionist, Aamir Khan, is once again in the spotlight as his much-talked-about film “Sitaare Zameen Par” is finally heading to an OTT platform. After a long wait of nearly nine months, audiences will now have the opportunity to enjoy the film from the comfort of their homes through digital streaming.

The film originally released in theatres in June 2025, where it received a warm and positive response from audiences. Viewers appreciated its emotional storytelling, performances, and the meaningful message it carried, making it one of the notable releases of the year.

Interestingly, when the film was first released in cinemas, Aamir Khan had clearly stated that the movie would not be made available on any OTT platform. At the time, he wanted audiences to experience the film primarily in theatres. However, the makers later decided to try a different distribution experiment.

As part of this experiment, the film was released on YouTube using a pay-per-view model, allowing viewers to watch it online by paying around ₹100. This approach was seen as an alternative way to reach audiences who might have missed the theatrical run while still maintaining a controlled digital release.

Now, after months of anticipation and its unique online experiment, “Sitaare Zameen Par” is finally set for a full OTT release, making it more accessible to a wider audience who have been waiting to watch the film on a streaming platform.

Sitaare Zameen Par OTT Release:  The film to be released on SonyLIV

Sitaare Zameen Par OTT Release:  The film to be released on SonyLIV

Now, months later, the makers have decided to bring the film to the digital platform. It has been announced that the film will soon stream on SonyLIV. While the exact streaming date has not yet been revealed, it is expected to release in March 2026.

Sitaare Zameen Par box office collection: Decision changed after rejecting 125 crore OTT deal

Sitaare Zameen Par box office collection: Decision changed after rejecting 125 crore OTT deal

One of the most widely discussed aspects of “Sitaare Zameen Par” has been Aamir Khan’s unusual and bold strategy regarding its OTT release. According to several reports, a major streaming platform had offered the makers a deal worth around ₹125 crore to acquire the film’s digital rights. However, Aamir Khan chose to turn down the offer, surprising many in the industry.

Aamir reportedly believed that the film should first connect with audiences in theatres and receive genuine support on the big screen before moving to a digital platform. Because of this belief, the film did not follow the typical Bollywood release pattern where movies quickly move to OTT after their theatrical run.

Instead, the makers adopted a different and experimental approach. After its theatrical release, the film was later made available on YouTube through a pay-per-view model, where viewers could watch it by paying a small fee. This move was seen as a unique attempt to test an alternative digital distribution model while still giving audiences controlled access to the film.

Now, nearly nine months after its theatrical release, the makers have decided to change their strategy and finally bring the film to a streaming platform. Notably, “Sitaare Zameen Par” is expected to become the first major Hindi theatrical film to premiere on SonyLIV, a move that could significantly boost the platform’s visibility and attract a larger audience.

Sitaare Zameen Par on Sony LIV Streaming: Heartwarming story and a powerful star cast

Sitaare Zameen Par on Sony LIV Streaming: Heartwarming story and a powerful star cast

Directed by R. S. Prasanna, this film is an inspirational sports drama. The story revolves around Gulshan Arora , a basketball coach played by Aamir Khan. After a professional mistake, he is punished by being tasked with training a basketball team of disabled youngsters. Gradually, he develops an emotional bond with these players and plays a key role in transforming their lives.

Genelia Deshmukh also stars in a pivotal role alongside Aamir Khan in the film . Several newcomers are also part of the film, adding to the emotional quotient with their stellar performances. ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ is considered a spiritual successor to Aamir Khan’s 2007 superhit film ‘Taare Zameen Par’ . This is why the film’s story also conveys a message of sensitivity, humanity, and a different perspective.

Now after its release on OTT, this film will also reach those viewers who could not watch it in theatres.

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