<p>Despite a star-studded cast led by Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta and Shabana Azmi, Batwara 1947 failed to make an impact at the box office after its Independence Day weekend release. As discussions around the film’s performance continue, Shabana Azmi recently claimed that audiences could not accept Sunny Deol as a Muslim character. Addressing Azmi’s theory about the film’s failure, director Rajkumar Santoshi has also weighed in on the debate.</p><h2>Rajkumar Santoshi reacts to Shabana Azmi's theory on Sunny Deol</h2><p>In a conversation with <i>Variety India, </i>Rajkumar Santoshi addressed Shabana Azmi’s theory for the film’s failure and pointed out that even a superstar like Amitabh Bachchan has played Muslim characters in the past. He said, “It makes no sense to me. Amitabh Bachchan played a Muslim hero in Coolie. So many of Manmohan Desai’s films had Muslim heroes. Are we at a point where we cannot accept a hero from another community? We are sensible, good people, educated people. How are they saying there’s a big mistake in the film?”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/you-cannot-accept-sunny-deol-as-a-muslim-shabana-azmi-on-why-batwara-1947-flopped-1787990313495"><strong>'You cannot accept Sunny Deol as a Muslim': Shabana Azmi on why Batwara 1947 flopped</strong></a></p>

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<p>Santoshi also reflected on the changing landscape of cinema and how audience perceptions have evolved over the years. He emphasised that <i>Batwara 1947 </i>should be judged by its story and message, not the religion of its characters.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He said, “We have become far less tolerant and inclusive as a people. You should look at the filmmaker's intent and what the writer wants to say. I'm a Hindu. I go to the temple. My son's name is Ram. I am not against any faith. But I want to take the best of every faith. Whatever the saints have tried to say about faith, it is always about equality. Hinduism has always been about inclusiveness, not exclusion."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/batwara-1947-sunny-deol-shabana-azmi-s-film-delivers-a-powerful-message-on-secularism-1786701752768"><strong>Batwara 1947 review: Sunny Deol's film delivers a powerful message on secularism</strong></a></p><h2>What's Shabana Azmi's opinion on Batwara 1947's failure?</h2><p>In a conversation with <i>Zoom</i>, the veteran star talked about <i>Batwara 1947’s </i>performance, saying she was surprised to see the film sink at the box office. Azmi said, "Firstly, I am very surprised at the total box office disaster that Batwara 1947 has been because I am surrounded by people who come and tell me they have loved the film. They tell me that they loved the message. A lot of them feel that it is very important to speak about humanity in today’s environment. On the other hand, people didn’t go to the theatre and the ones who did, they walked out with confused reactions."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/awarapan-2-vs-batwara-1947-which-film-is-leading-the-advance-booking-battle-1786634460471"><strong>Awarapan 2 vs Batwara 1947: Which film is leading the advance booking battle?</strong></a></p>

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<p>Explaining her view, she said she was unable to understand this, pointing out how Amitabh Bachchan has comfortably played Muslim characters. She further explained, “The thing is that you cannot accept Sunny Deol as a Muslim character. In Coolie and in many other films, Amitabh Bachchan very comfortably played Muslim characters. In Deewaar, he put 786 and that was accepted. So how do we understand this? Are they creating an environment where such decisions are being taken on purpose? I am not able to understand.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/batwara-1947-cast-revealed-sunny-deol-shabana-azmi-ali-fazal-to-lead-aamir-khan-s-historical-drama-see-posters-1781689579483"><strong>Batwara 1947 cast: Sunny Deol, Ali Fazal to lead Aamir Khan's historical drama</strong></a></p><h2>About Batwara 1947</h2><p><i>Batwara 1947</i> is a historical period drama that marks the reunion of Rajkumar Santoshi and Deol after decades, following their hits <i>Ghatak </i>and <i>Gadar. </i>Backed by Aamir Khan Productions, the story explores the human toll of the 1947 partition of India. It follows Sikander Mirza (Sunny Deol), a businessman forced to leave his home and relocate to Lahore, Pakistan, during the chaos of Partition.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film faced a box office clash with Emraan Hashmi’s <i>Awarapan 2</i>, which marked the franchise’s return after 19 years. Deol’s film earned roughly Rs 53 crore worldwide and has been labelled a commercial failure.</p>

After Shabana Azmi claimed that audiences couldn’t accept Sunny Deol as a Muslim amid Batwara’s box-office failure, director Rajkumar Santoshi responded to the veteran actress’s remarks.

Despite a star-studded cast led by Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta and Shabana Azmi, Batwara 1947 failed to make an impact at the box office after its Independence Day weekend release. As discussions around the film’s performance continue, Shabana Azmi recently claimed that audiences could not accept Sunny Deol as a Muslim character. Addressing Azmi’s theory about the film’s failure, director Rajkumar Santoshi has also weighed in on the debate. Rajkumar Santoshi reacts to Shabana Azmi's theory on Sunny Deol In a conversation with Variety India, Rajkumar Santoshi addressed Shabana Azmi’s theory for the film’s failure and pointed out that even a superstar like Amitabh Bachchan has played Muslim characters in the past. He said, “It makes no sense to me. Amitabh Bachchan played a Muslim hero in Coolie. So many of Manmohan Desai’s films had Muslim heroes. Are we at a point where we cannot accept a hero from another community? We are sensible, good people, educated people. How are they saying there’s a big mistake in the film?” Also Read: 'You cannot accept Sunny Deol as a Muslim': Shabana Azmi on why Batwara 1947 flopped

<p>After Shabana Azmi claimed that audiences couldn’t accept Sunny Deol as a Muslim amid Batwara’s box-office failure, director Rajkumar Santoshi responded to the veteran actress’s remarks.</p>

Did Sunny Deol’s Muslim role cause Batwara 1947 to flop? Rajkumar Santoshi responds to Shabana Azmi

<p>Released on Aug 14, Batwara 1947 failed to earn anticipated numbers. Actress Shabana Azmi feels it has a lot to do with the casting of Sunny Deol in the lead role of Sikandar Mirza.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Released on Independence Day weekend, the movie faced a box office clash with Emraan Hashmi's Awarapan 2, which was released on the same day and performed better than Deol's film. Now, Azmi has addressed the failure of the movie and here's what she believes was the reason.</p><h3>Shabana Azmi on why Batwara 1947 failed</h3><p>Ironically, Azmi was part of both films. In Batwara 1947, she played Durgavati Johri and in Awarapan 2, she played Nafisa. In a conversation with Zoom, the veteran star talked about Batwara 1947's performance, saying she is surprised to see the film tanking at the box office.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read</strong>: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/batwara-1947-sunny-deol-shabana-azmi-s-film-delivers-a-powerful-message-on-secularism-1786701752768">Batwara 1947 movie review: Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi's film delivers a powerful message on secularism</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In a conversation with Zoom, Shabana Azmi said, “Firstly, I am very surprised at the total box office disaster that Batwara 1947 has been because I am surrounded by people who come and tell me they have loved the film. They tell me that they loved the message. A lot of them feel that it is very important to speak about humanity in today’s environment. On the other hand, people didn’t go to the theatre and the ones who did, they walked out with confused reactions.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Explaining her view, she said she is unable to understand this, pointing out how Amitabh Bachchan has comfortably played Muslim characters.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She explained, “The thing is that you cannot accept Sunny Deol as a Muslim. In Coolie and in many other films, Amitabh Bachchan very comfortably played Muslim characters. In Deewaar, he put 786 and that was accepted. So how do we understand this? Are they creating an environment where such decisions are being taken on purpose? I am not able to understand.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking up on the subject of Hindustan and Pakistan, the actor said that the, ''problem is that you cannot touch the subject of Hindustan and Pakistan in this setup, which is very disappointing. This is a film which is politically not incorrect in any way. You can’t find fault with it. Sunny has done a very good job. It is very surprising and also contradictory that when I meet people, why are they praising the film so much?”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/this-rs-2-cr-film-left-yash-s-toxic-behind-and-earned-2150-growth-do-you-know-which-one-1787983049321"> This Rs 2 Cr film left Yash's Toxic behind and earned 2150% growth - Do you know which one?</a></p><h3>What is Batwara 1947 about?</h3><p>Backed by Aamir Khan Productions, the movie reunites Rajkumar Santoshi and Deol after decades, after they delivered hits like Ghatak and Ghadar. It also marks Preity Zinta's return to the big screen after a hiatus of eight years.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Based on one of the most famous plays, Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya, O Jamya E Nai, the movie revoles around Sunny Deol's character of Sikandar Mirza, a Meerut businessman forced to migrate to Lahore during Partition after being targeted by rioters. Two months later, he is allotted a large haveli in central Lahore and moves in with his wife Hamida (Preity Zinta) and daughter Tanno, only to find that Durgavati Johri (Shabana Azmi) still lives on the upper floor. She refuses to leave the house until his son arrives. How Sikandar, with his own trouble saves hi family and Johri from the people of the town makes up the rest of the plot.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As per the box office reports, the movie has earned over Rs 55 crore globally.</p>

Shabana Azmi has reacted to the box office failure of Batwara 1947, which released on Independence Day weekend and clashed with Awarapan 2. Despite positive word-of-mouth, the Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta starrer failed to pull audiences.


Released on Aug 14, Batwara 1947 failed to earn anticipated numbers. Actress Shabana Azmi feels it has a lot to do with the casting of Sunny Deol in the lead role of Sikandar Mirza. Released on Independence Day weekend, the movie faced a box office clash with Emraan Hashmi's Awarapan 2, which was released on the same day and performed better than Deol's film. Now, Azmi has addressed the failure of the movie and here's what she believes was the reason. Shabana Azmi on why Batwara 1947 failed Ironically, Azmi was part of both films. In Batwara 1947, she played Durgavati Johri and in Awarapan 2, she played Nafisa. In a conversation with Zoom, the veteran star talked about Batwara 1947's performance, saying she is surprised to see the film tanking at the box office. Also read: Batwara 1947 movie review: Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi's film delivers a powerful message on secularism In a conversation with Zoom, Shabana Azmi said, “Firstly, I am very surprised at the total box office disaster that Batwara 1947 has been because I am surrounded by people who come and tell me they have loved the film. They tell me that they loved the message. A lot of them feel that it is very important to speak about humanity in today’s environment. On the other hand, people didn’t go to the theatre and the ones who did, they walked out with confused reactions.” Explaining her view, she said she is unable to understand this, pointing out how Amitabh Bachchan has comfortably played Muslim characters. She explained, “The thing is that you cannot accept Sunny Deol as a Muslim. In Coolie and in many other films, Amitabh Bachchan very comfortably played Muslim characters. In Deewaar, he put 786 and that was accepted. So how do we understand this? Are they creating an environment where such decisions are being taken on purpose? I am not able to understand.” Speaking up on the subject of Hindustan and Pakistan, the actor said that the, ''problem is that you cannot touch the subject of Hindustan and Pakistan in this setup, which is very disappointing. This is a film which is politically not incorrect in any way. You can’t find fault with it. Sunny has done a very good job. It is very surprising and also contradictory that when I meet people, why are they praising the film so much?” Also read: This Rs 2 Cr film left Yash's Toxic behind and earned 2150% growth - Do you know which one? What is Batwara 1947 about? Backed by Aamir Khan Productions, the movie reunites Rajkumar Santoshi and Deol after decades, after they delivered hits like Ghatak and Ghadar. It also marks Preity Zinta's return to the big screen after a hiatus of eight years. Based on one of the most famous plays, Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya, O Jamya E Nai, the movie revoles around Sunny Deol's character of Sikandar Mirza, a Meerut businessman forced to migrate to Lahore during Partition after being targeted by rioters. Two months later, he is allotted a large haveli in central Lahore and moves in with his wife Hamida (Preity Zinta) and daughter Tanno, only to find that Durgavati Johri (Shabana Azmi) still lives on the upper floor. She refuses to leave the house until his son arrives. How Sikandar, with his own trouble saves hi family and Johri from the people of the town makes up the rest of the plot. As per the box office reports, the movie has earned over Rs 55 crore globally.

<p>Shabana Azmi has reacted to the box office failure of Batwara 1947, which released on Independence Day weekend and clashed with Awarapan 2. Despite positive word-of-mouth, the Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta starrer failed to pull audiences..</p>

'You cannot accept Sunny Deol as a Muslim': Shabana Azmi on why Batwara 1947 flopped

<p><i>Awarapan 2</i> and <i>Batwara 1947 </i>released in cinemas on August 14. But, <i>Awarapan 2</i> maintained its strong momentum on Sunday, Sunny Deol's <i>Batwara 1947 </i>saw a sharp drop after its Independence Day boost. The gap between the two films widened considerably over the three-day clash, with <i>Awarapan 2</i> garnering strong numbers.</p><h2>Day 3 box office report of Awarapan 2 and Batwara 1947</h2><p>On day 3, <i>Awarapan 2</i>'s net collection of India is Rs 26 crore across 9403 shows, bringing the total gross collection of India to Rs 98.10 crore, as per the <i>Sacnilk</i> report. The total net collection of India is Rs 81.75 crore. While, overseas, the film collected Rs 4 crore on day 3 taking its total overseas gross to Rs 12 crore so far. The worldwide gross collection is Rs 110.10 crore.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/batwara-1947-sunny-deol-shabana-azmi-s-film-delivers-a-powerful-message-on-secularism-1786701752768"><strong>Batwara 1947 movie review: Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi's film delivers a powerful message on secularism</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While <i>Batwara 1947</i>'s net collection on day 3 was Rs 7.25 crore across 7239 shows, bringing total India gross collections to Rs 31.61 crore and total net collection to Rs 26.50 crore, in the same report<i>. </i>Overseas, the film collected Rs 2 crore on day 3, taking its total overseas gross to Rs 5.50 crore so far. This pushes the worldwide gross collection to Rs 37.11 crore.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/batwara-1947-box-office-day-1-how-much-did-sunny-deol-s-film-earn-1786788163985"><strong>Batwara 1947 box office day 1: How much did Sunny Deol's film earn?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Sunday figures of <i>Batwara 1947</i> remained close to the film's Saturday performance, allowing <i>Awarapan 2 </i>to maintain the momentum it established from its opening day.</p><h2>All about Batwara 1947 and Awarapan 2</h2><p><i>Batwara 1947</i> (originally titled Lahore 1947) is a Hindi period drama film released on August 14, 2026. Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and produced by Aamir Khan Productions, it adapts Asghar Wajahat’s iconic play Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya, O Jamya E Nai to examine the human cost of the 1947 Partition.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/awarapan-2-film-review-emraan-hashmi-owns-the-screen-but-nostalgia-can-only-take-the-sequel-so-far-1786684942873"><strong>Awarapan 2 movie review: Emraan Hashmi owns the screen, but nostalgia can only take the sequel so far</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The story follows a displaced Muslim family migrating from Lucknow to Lahore during the 1947 Partition. They are allotted a grand haveli previously vacated by a Hindu family. Complications arise when they find an elderly Hindu woman ("Mai") stubbornly refusing to leave the home. Set in Lahore against the backdrop of the 1947 partition of India and the division of Punjab, the film stars Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, Khushi Hajare, Kanikka Kapur, Ali Fazal, Abhimanyu Sinhg and Shabana Azmi among others.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/awarapan-2-box-office-collection-day-2-emraan-hashmi-s-romantic-sequel-crosses-50-crore-1786858673105"><strong>Awarapan 2 box office collection day 2: Emraan Hashmi’s romantic sequel crosses Rs 50 crore</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Directed by Nitin Kakkar and produced by Vishesh Bhatt under the banner of Vishesh Films, <i>Awarapan</i> <i>2</i> is a sequel to 2007 film Awarapan. Apart from Emraan Hashmi, it stars Disha Patani, Shabana Azmi, Shaad Randhawa, Shriya Saran (special appearance), Suvinder Vicky and Barun Chanda, among others.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The soundtrack has been composed by Mithoon, Jeet Gannguli, Amaal Mallik, Akhil Sachdeva, and Wasif Ahmad, with lyrics written by Rashmi Virag, Sayeed Quadri, Akhil Sachdeva, and Sachin Urmtosh. The film score is composed by Raju Singh. The album includes the tracks <i>Ve Junoon, Yeh Awarapan, Tera Mera Rishta and Toh Phir Aao.</i></p>

The Awarapan 2 vs Batwara 1947 box-office clash has turned decisively in Emraan Hashmi's favour after the opening weekend. Read more to know how much both the films earned on day three. 

Awarapan 2 and Batwara 1947 released in cinemas on August 14. But, Awarapan 2 maintained its strong momentum on Sunday, Sunny Deol's Batwara 1947 saw a sharp drop after its Independence Day boost. The gap between the two films widened considerably over the three-day clash, with Awarapan 2 garnering strong numbers. Day 3 box office report of Awarapan 2 and Batwara 1947 On day 3, Awarapan 2's net collection of India is Rs 26 crore across 9403 shows, bringing the total gross collection of India to Rs 98.10 crore, as per the Sacnilk report. The total net collection of India is Rs 81.75 crore. While, overseas, the film collected Rs 4 crore on day 3 taking its total overseas gross to Rs 12 crore so far. The worldwide gross collection is Rs 110.10 crore. Also Read: Batwara 1947 movie review: Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi's film delivers a powerful message on secularism While Batwara 1947's net collection on day 3 was Rs 7.25 crore across 7239 shows, bringing total India gross collections to Rs 31.61 crore and total net collection to Rs 26.50 crore, in the same report. Overseas, the film collected Rs 2 crore on day 3, taking its total overseas gross to Rs 5.50 crore so far. This pushes the worldwide gross collection to Rs 37.11 crore. Also Read: Batwara 1947 box office day 1: How much did Sunny Deol's film earn? The Sunday figures of Batwara 1947 remained close to the film's Saturday performance, allowing Awarapan 2 to maintain the momentum it established from its opening day. All about Batwara 1947 and Awarapan 2 Batwara 1947 (originally titled Lahore 1947) is a Hindi period drama film released on August 14, 2026. Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and produced by Aamir Khan Productions, it adapts Asghar Wajahat’s iconic play Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya, O Jamya E Nai to examine the human cost of the 1947 Partition. Also Read: Awarapan 2 movie review: Emraan Hashmi owns the screen, but nostalgia can only take the sequel so far The story follows a displaced Muslim family migrating from Lucknow to Lahore during the 1947 Partition. They are allotted a grand haveli previously vacated by a Hindu family. Complications arise when they find an elderly Hindu woman ("Mai") stubbornly refusing to leave the home. Set in Lahore against the backdrop of the 1947 partition of India and the division of Punjab, the film stars Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, Khushi Hajare, Kanikka Kapur, Ali Fazal, Abhimanyu Sinhg and Shabana Azmi among others. Also Read: Awarapan 2 box office collection day 2: Emraan Hashmi’s romantic sequel crosses Rs 50 crore Directed by Nitin Kakkar and produced by Vishesh Bhatt under the banner of Vishesh Films, Awarapan 2 is a sequel to 2007 film Awarapan. Apart from Emraan Hashmi, it stars Disha Patani, Shabana Azmi, Shaad Randhawa, Shriya Saran (special appearance), Suvinder Vicky and Barun Chanda, among others. The soundtrack has been composed by Mithoon, Jeet Gannguli, Amaal Mallik, Akhil Sachdeva, and Wasif Ahmad, with lyrics written by Rashmi Virag, Sayeed Quadri, Akhil Sachdeva, and Sachin Urmtosh. The film score is composed by Raju Singh. The album includes the tracks Ve Junoon, Yeh Awarapan, Tera Mera Rishta and Toh Phir Aao.

<p>The Awarapan 2 vs Batwara 1947 box-office clash has turned decisively in Emraan Hashmi's favour after the opening weekend. Read more to know how much both the films earned on day three.&nbsp;</p>

Awarapan 2 vs Batwara 1947 box office collection: Which film leads on day 3?

<p><i>Batwara 1947</i>, featuring Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta in key roles, has been going strong at the box office after its release in cinemas on August 14. With Independence Day as a major weekend holiday, the partition drama has found a stronger footing with its figures. Let's delve in to know how much it earned on the second day.</p><h2>Batwara 1947 box office report second day</h2><p>On the second day, <i>Batwara 1947 </i>collected a net of Rs 13.50 crore across 8071 shows in India, as per the <i>Sacnilk</i> report. This brings the gross collection of India to Rs 22.91 crore and the total net collection to Rs 19.25 crore.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/batwara-1947-box-office-day-1-how-much-did-sunny-deol-s-film-earn-1786788163985"><strong>Batwara 1947 box office day 1: How much did Sunny Deol's film earn?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Overseas, the film collected Rs 2 crore on day two, taking its total collection to Rs 3.50 crore. The worldwide gross collection now stands at Rs 26.41 crore. The same report states the overall occupancy recorded is 34%.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/the-play-about-lahore-that-pakistan-banned-is-now-sunny-deol-s-baatwara-1947-1786600842498"><strong>The play about Lahore that Pakistan banned is now Sunny Deol’s Batwara 1947</strong></a></p><h2>What is Batwara 1947 based on?</h2><p><i>Batwara 1947</i> (originally titled Lahore 1947) is a Hindi period drama film released on August 14, 2026. Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and produced by Aamir Khan Productions, it adapts Asghar Wajahat’s iconic play <i>Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya, O Jamya E Nai</i> to examine the human cost of the 1947 Partition.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/batwara-1947-sunny-deol-shabana-azmi-s-film-delivers-a-powerful-message-on-secularism-1786701752768"><strong>Batwara 1947 movie review: Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi's film delivers a powerful message on secularism</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The story follows a displaced Muslim family migrating from Lucknow to Lahore during the 1947 Partition. They are allotted a grand haveli previously vacated by a Hindu family. Complications arise when they find an elderly Hindu woman ("Mai") stubbornly refusing to leave the home.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/father-s-film-on-15-august-1947-son-s-film-in-2026-can-you-guess-this-father-son-duo-p-l-santoshi-rajkumar-santoshi-1786621563652"><strong>Father's film on 15 August 1947, son's film on Independence week 2026: Can you guess this father-son duo?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Set in Lahore against the backdrop of the 1947 partition of India and the division of Punjab, the film stars Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, Khushi Hajare, Kanikka Kapur, Ali Fazal, Abhimanyu Sinhg and Shabana Azmi among others.&nbsp;</p>

Sunny Deol's Batwara 1947 has found a stronger footing on its second day. The partition drama recorded a significant jump in collections on Independence Day. 

Batwara 1947, featuring Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta in key roles, has been going strong at the box office after its release in cinemas on August 14. With Independence Day as a major weekend holiday, the partition drama has found a stronger footing with its figures. Let's delve in to know how much it earned on the second day. Batwara 1947 box office report second day On the second day, Batwara 1947 collected a net of Rs 13.50 crore across 8071 shows in India, as per the Sacnilk report. This brings the gross collection of India to Rs 22.91 crore and the total net collection to Rs 19.25 crore. Also Read: Batwara 1947 box office day 1: How much did Sunny Deol's film earn? Overseas, the film collected Rs 2 crore on day two, taking its total collection to Rs 3.50 crore. The worldwide gross collection now stands at Rs 26.41 crore. The same report states the overall occupancy recorded is 34%. Also Read: The play about Lahore that Pakistan banned is now Sunny Deol’s Batwara 1947 What is Batwara 1947 based on? Batwara 1947 (originally titled Lahore 1947) is a Hindi period drama film released on August 14, 2026. Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and produced by Aamir Khan Productions, it adapts Asghar Wajahat’s iconic play Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya, O Jamya E Nai to examine the human cost of the 1947 Partition. Also Read: Batwara 1947 movie review: Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi's film delivers a powerful message on secularism The story follows a displaced Muslim family migrating from Lucknow to Lahore during the 1947 Partition. They are allotted a grand haveli previously vacated by a Hindu family. Complications arise when they find an elderly Hindu woman ("Mai") stubbornly refusing to leave the home. Also Read: Father's film on 15 August 1947, son's film on Independence week 2026: Can you guess this father-son duo? Set in Lahore against the backdrop of the 1947 partition of India and the division of Punjab, the film stars Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, Khushi Hajare, Kanikka Kapur, Ali Fazal, Abhimanyu Sinhg and Shabana Azmi among others.

<p>Sunny Deol's Batwara 1947 has found a stronger footing on its second day. The partition drama recorded a significant jump in collections on Independence Day.&nbsp;</p>

Batwara 1947 box office collection day 2: Sunny Deol film sees big jump on Independence Day

<p><i>Batwara 1947</i>, helmed by Rajkumar Santoshi and starring Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta, was released in cinemas on August 14. Produced by Aamir Khan Productions, the emotional partition saga generated pre-sales and strong audience acclaim for its strong performances. Let's delve into how many figures it did mint on day one at the box office.</p><h2>Batwara 1947 box office report day one</h2><p>On day one, <i>Batwara 1947</i> collected a net of Rs 5.75 crore across 8721 shows as per the <i>Sacnilk</i> report. The gross collection of India stands at Rs 6.81 crore. While overseas, the film has grossed a total of Rs 1.50 crore, pushing its total worldwide gross collection to Rs 8.34 crore. Overall occupancy has been recorded at 15%.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/the-play-about-lahore-that-pakistan-banned-is-now-sunny-deol-s-baatwara-1947-1786600842498"><strong>The play about Lahore that Pakistan banned is now Sunny Deol’s Batwara 1947</strong></a></p><h2>Batwara 1947 review</h2><p>As per <i>WION's</i> Shomini Sen, "Coming on the heels of Imtiaz Ali’s Mani Vaapas Aaunga, which laid bare the raw, impartial tragedy of Partition, Batwaara 1947 delivers a sharp, defiant plea for secularism.</p><p>At its core is a Muslim man standing alone against his own community to shield a Hindu woman. The film could have probed deeper into the staggering human tragedy of the era, which it doesn't, but it reiterates that there is no greater religion than human good. "</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/batwara-1947-sunny-deol-shabana-azmi-s-film-delivers-a-powerful-message-on-secularism-1786701752768"><strong>Batwara 1947 movie review: Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi's film delivers a powerful message on secularism</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Unlike partition films, this story is not as impactful as it ideally sets out to be, but it has its moments. Against all odds, Batwara 1947 champions tolerance when it matters most. Arriving right on India’s 80th Independence Day, it offers an essential, heartwarming reminder that humanity must always triumph over religious divides."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/batwara-1947-trailer-sunny-deol-goes-to-pakistan-again-but-this-time-legally-in-fiery-trailer-1785229122338"><strong>Batwara 1947 trailer: Sunny Deol goes to Pakistan again, but this time legally, in fiery trailer</strong></a></p><h2>All about Batwara 1947</h2><p>Co-written and directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, and produced by Aamir Khan under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions,<i> Batwara 1947 </i>is set in Lahore against the backdrop of the 1947 partition of India and the division of Punjab.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/father-s-film-on-15-august-1947-son-s-film-in-2026-can-you-guess-this-father-son-duo-p-l-santoshi-rajkumar-santoshi-1786621563652"><strong>Father's film on 15 August 1947, son's film on Independence week 2026: Can you guess this father-son duo?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Apart from Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta, the film also stars Karan Deol, Abhimanyu Singh, Khushi Hajare, Kanikka Kapur, Isha Sandhir and Ali Fazal among others.&nbsp;</p>

Batwara 1947, starring Sunny Deol in lead, was released in cinemas a day before Independence Day. Read more to know how much it earned on day one at the box office. 

Batwara 1947, helmed by Rajkumar Santoshi and starring Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta, was released in cinemas on August 14. Produced by Aamir Khan Productions, the emotional partition saga generated pre-sales and strong audience acclaim for its strong performances. Let's delve into how many figures it did mint on day one at the box office. Batwara 1947 box office report day one On day one, Batwara 1947 collected a net of Rs 5.75 crore across 8721 shows as per the Sacnilk report. The gross collection of India stands at Rs 6.81 crore. While overseas, the film has grossed a total of Rs 1.50 crore, pushing its total worldwide gross collection to Rs 8.34 crore. Overall occupancy has been recorded at 15%. Also Read: The play about Lahore that Pakistan banned is now Sunny Deol’s Batwara 1947 Batwara 1947 review As per WION's Shomini Sen, "Coming on the heels of Imtiaz Ali’s Mani Vaapas Aaunga, which laid bare the raw, impartial tragedy of Partition, Batwaara 1947 delivers a sharp, defiant plea for secularism. At its core is a Muslim man standing alone against his own community to shield a Hindu woman. The film could have probed deeper into the staggering human tragedy of the era, which it doesn't, but it reiterates that there is no greater religion than human good. " Also Read: Batwara 1947 movie review: Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi's film delivers a powerful message on secularism "Unlike partition films, this story is not as impactful as it ideally sets out to be, but it has its moments. Against all odds, Batwara 1947 champions tolerance when it matters most. Arriving right on India’s 80th Independence Day, it offers an essential, heartwarming reminder that humanity must always triumph over religious divides." Also Read: Batwara 1947 trailer: Sunny Deol goes to Pakistan again, but this time legally, in fiery trailer All about Batwara 1947 Co-written and directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, and produced by Aamir Khan under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, Batwara 1947 is set in Lahore against the backdrop of the 1947 partition of India and the division of Punjab. Also Read: Father's film on 15 August 1947, son's film on Independence week 2026: Can you guess this father-son duo? Apart from Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta, the film also stars Karan Deol, Abhimanyu Singh, Khushi Hajare, Kanikka Kapur, Isha Sandhir and Ali Fazal among others.

<p>Batwara 1947, starring Sunny Deol in lead, was released in cinemas a day before Independence Day. Read more to know how much it earned on day one at the box office.&nbsp;</p>

Batwara 1947 box office day 1: How much did Sunny Deol's film earn?

<p>India’s independence from British rule came at a price. As the British left India, they ravaged and divided the country - emotionally, based on religion and geographically. The happiness of independence was far less on 15 August 1947, as so many families were destroyed; people were separated from their loved ones, their homes, and their motherland. The Partition led to the birth of Pakistan but also to a great Hindu-Muslim divide, an enmity that continues to this day between the two countries. Bollywood has made innumerable stories on India’s Independence and the partition. Most have narrated stories of brutality and riots that preceded partition. Filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi’s latest release, Batwara 1947, flips the narrative a bit- telling the story of a Muslim family in Lahore in the aftermath of partition. Santoshi teams up with Sunny Deol, with whom he has delivered iconic films like Damini, Ghatak and more. Deol and Santoshi collaborate after decades, making Batwara 1947 special. The film also features Shabana Azmi, marks Preity Zinta’s comeback to Bollywood after a long time and has Aamir Khan as the producer. With such impressive names attached to the project, expectations are bound to be high for Batwara 1947. So, does it deliver? Let’s find out.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>The Plot of Batwara 1947</h2><p>Sunny Deol plays Sikandar Mirza, a Meerut businessman who is forced to move to Lahore during partition after being targetted by Hindu rioters. 2 months later, he is allotted a huge haveli in the heart of Lahore when he moves in with wife Hamida (Preity Zinta) and daughter Tanno, only to discover that the house is not completely vacant but a certain Durgavati Johri (Shabana Azmi) still lives in the upper story, waiting for her son to come and fetch her. She refuses to vacate the house, despite the family’s repeated request. Instead, she wants to co-inhabit and wait till her son arrives.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>New to Lahore, Sikandar has plenty of troubles. His son Javed (Karan Deol) and the rest of the family are missing. He is unable to find a space to restart his business, and local goon/councillor Yaqub (Abhimanyu Singh) has eyes on the giant haveli. Durgavati’s refusal to leave the premises only adds more to Sikander’s woes.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/father-s-film-on-15-august-1947-son-s-film-in-2026-can-you-guess-this-father-son-duo-p-l-santoshi-rajkumar-santoshi-1786621563652"><strong>Did You Know? Batwara 1947 director Rajkumar Santoshi's father made India's first film after Independence</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Yaqub is also a fanatic who wants to get rid of the neighbourhood’s Hindu past, and as soon as he realises that a Hindu woman is still in a Muslim-dominated Pakistan, he wants her out at any cost. But with time, the Mirzas get used to Durga’s presence in the family. Having lost his mother at a young age, Sikander eventually warms up to Durga, and then is willing to fight the world to keep her at his home. But amid tensions and hostility, including some from his son Javed, will he be able to keep her at his new home?</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/awarapan-2-vs-batwara-1947-which-film-is-leading-the-advance-booking-battle-1786634460471"><strong>Awarapan 2 vs Batwara 1947: Which film is leading the advance booking battle?</strong></a></p><h2>What works and what does not</h2><p>Santoshi, along with Asghar Wajahat, writes a film that delivers a very powerful message. ‘Insaniyat se bada koi dharm nahi hota (no religion is greater than humanity). In the polarised world that we live in, Batwara 1947 effectively talks of humanity over religious divides set in the backdrop of partition. Santoshi also extracts the best performances from Sunny Deol, who isn’t a loud, angry, chest-thumping patriot like Tara Singh from Gadar. Sure, even in Batwara, he takes on five or six goons in one go and uproots heavy wooden carts, but Deol’s Sikandar Mirza is a quiet man who doesn’t lose his temper that often. He is kind, generous and always willing to see the point of view of the person in front.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>One of Deol’s finest performances was in Rajkumar Santoshi’s Damini, which fetched him a National Award. Batwara’s Sikandar Mirza is not quite similar, but Deol manages to deliver a fine performance. The other star who stands out is Shabana Azmi. A helpless, vulnerable old woman left behind amid the riots and atrocities- Azmi’s act makes you emotional. Because her off screen persona is well known - that of a confident actor who always speaks her mind- her performance as a starkly different character in Batwara is truly outstanding, reminding us again why she is considered a powerful performer.</p><p>The film has some very defining moments. One has an entire neighbourhood coming together to bid one of its old occupants a final goodbye. A scene featuring Ali Fazal and Karan Deol sitting and discussing the Hindu-Muslim divide, where a man calls the Hindu’s rioters and violent, to which Fazal asks, ‘And what are we doing?” is special.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>Another scene has Sunny Deol declaring that Islam does not teach us to break temples is a very loaded sentence, particularly for the times we live in.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While Batwara 1947 has its heart in the right place, it is still flawed. Apart from Deol and Azmi, most performances are very theatrical. Preity Zinta seems to be still stuck in the Veer Zara phase. Come rain or sunshine, or even a mob breaking the door, she is seen running every time with one arm stretched out, as her dupatta cascades down the stairs. Karan Deol needs to work on his dialogue delivery, and Abhimanyu Singh hams through his part.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The screenplay is adapted from an acclaimed play, Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya, O Jamya E Nai, and it shows. Certain scenes can easily be visualised on stage and are not necessarily written for a film. The editing is too patchy, and the narrative is slightly dull.</p><h2>Final Verdict</h2><p>Coming on the heels of Imtiaz Ali’s <i>Mani Vaapas Aaunga</i>—which laid bare the raw, impartial tragedy of Partition—<i>Batwaara 1947</i> delivers a sharp, defiant plea for secularism.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>At its core is a Muslim man standing alone against his own community to shield a Hindu woman. The film could have probed deeper into the staggering human tragedy of the era, which it doesn't, but it reiterates that there is no greater religion than human good. Unlike partition films, this story is not as impactful as it ideally sets out to be, but it has its moments.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/the-play-about-lahore-that-pakistan-banned-is-now-sunny-deol-s-baatwara-1947-1786600842498">The play about Lahore that Pakistan banned is now Sunny Deol’s Batwara 1947</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Against all odds, Batwara 1947 champions tolerance when it matters most. Arriving right on India’s 80th Independence Day, it offers an essential, heartwarming reminder that humanity must always triumph over religious divides.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Batwara 1947 is now in theatres.</p>

Batwara 1947 is a timely reminder about the secular fabric of India. Set against the backdrop of partition, Rajkumar Santoshi's film delivers a sharp message on communal harmony and has Shabana Azmi delivering a class act. 

India’s independence from British rule came at a price. As the British left India, they ravaged and divided the country - emotionally, based on religion and geographically. The happiness of independence was far less on 15 August 1947, as so many families were destroyed; people were separated from their loved ones, their homes, and their motherland. The Partition led to the birth of Pakistan but also to a great Hindu-Muslim divide, an enmity that continues to this day between the two countries. Bollywood has made innumerable stories on India’s Independence and the partition. Most have narrated stories of brutality and riots that preceded partition. Filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi’s latest release, Batwara 1947, flips the narrative a bit- telling the story of a Muslim family in Lahore in the aftermath of partition. Santoshi teams up with Sunny Deol, with whom he has delivered iconic films like Damini, Ghatak and more. Deol and Santoshi collaborate after decades, making Batwara 1947 special. The film also features Shabana Azmi, marks Preity Zinta’s comeback to Bollywood after a long time and has Aamir Khan as the producer. With such impressive names attached to the project, expectations are bound to be high for Batwara 1947. So, does it deliver? Let’s find out. The Plot of Batwara 1947 Sunny Deol plays Sikandar Mirza, a Meerut businessman who is forced to move to Lahore during partition after being targetted by Hindu rioters. 2 months later, he is allotted a huge haveli in the heart of Lahore when he moves in with wife Hamida (Preity Zinta) and daughter Tanno, only to discover that the house is not completely vacant but a certain Durgavati Johri (Shabana Azmi) still lives in the upper story, waiting for her son to come and fetch her. She refuses to vacate the house, despite the family’s repeated request. Instead, she wants to co-inhabit and wait till her son arrives. New to Lahore, Sikandar has plenty of troubles. His son Javed (Karan Deol) and the rest of the family are missing. He is unable to find a space to restart his business, and local goon/councillor Yaqub (Abhimanyu Singh) has eyes on the giant haveli. Durgavati’s refusal to leave the premises only adds more to Sikander’s woes. Also read: Did You Know? Batwara 1947 director Rajkumar Santoshi's father made India's first film after Independence Yaqub is also a fanatic who wants to get rid of the neighbourhood’s Hindu past, and as soon as he realises that a Hindu woman is still in a Muslim-dominated Pakistan, he wants her out at any cost. But with time, the Mirzas get used to Durga’s presence in the family. Having lost his mother at a young age, Sikander eventually warms up to Durga, and then is willing to fight the world to keep her at his home. But amid tensions and hostility, including some from his son Javed, will he be able to keep her at his new home? Also read: Awarapan 2 vs Batwara 1947: Which film is leading the advance booking battle? What works and what does not Santoshi, along with Asghar Wajahat, writes a film that delivers a very powerful message. ‘Insaniyat se bada koi dharm nahi hota (no religion is greater than humanity). In the polarised world that we live in, Batwara 1947 effectively talks of humanity over religious divides set in the backdrop of partition. Santoshi also extracts the best performances from Sunny Deol, who isn’t a loud, angry, chest-thumping patriot like Tara Singh from Gadar. Sure, even in Batwara, he takes on five or six goons in one go and uproots heavy wooden carts, but Deol’s Sikandar Mirza is a quiet man who doesn’t lose his temper that often. He is kind, generous and always willing to see the point of view of the person in front. One of Deol’s finest performances was in Rajkumar Santoshi’s Damini, which fetched him a National Award. Batwara’s Sikandar Mirza is not quite similar, but Deol manages to deliver a fine performance. The other star who stands out is Shabana Azmi. A helpless, vulnerable old woman left behind amid the riots and atrocities- Azmi’s act makes you emotional. Because her off screen persona is well known - that of a confident actor who always speaks her mind- her performance as a starkly different character in Batwara is truly outstanding, reminding us again why she is considered a powerful performer. The film has some very defining moments. One has an entire neighbourhood coming together to bid one of its old occupants a final goodbye. A scene featuring Ali Fazal and Karan Deol sitting and discussing the Hindu-Muslim divide, where a man calls the Hindu’s rioters and violent, to which Fazal asks, ‘And what are we doing?” is special.

<p>Batwara 1947 is a timely reminder about the secular fabric of India. Set against the backdrop of partition, Rajkumar Santoshi's film delivers a sharp message on communal harmony and has Shabana Azmi delivering a class act.&nbsp;</p>

Batwara 1947 movie review: Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi's film delivers a powerful message on secularism

<p><i>Awarapan 2</i>, starring Emraan Hashmi, and <i>Batwara 1947</i>, led by Sunny Deol, are heading for a theatrical face-off on August 14, a day before Independence Day, putting their respective advance booking collections under the spotlight. Let's delve in to know how much both the films have minted so far a day before their release.</p><h2>Advance booking report: Awarapan 2 vs Batwara 1947</h2><p>As per the <i>Sacnilk</i> report, in the advance booking figures, <i>Awarapan 2</i> so far has sold 187,617 tickets, minting Rs 5.71 crore for its opening day. The same report suggests that the Sunny Deol starrer, <i>Batwara 1947 &nbsp;</i>has sold 52,408 <i>tickets,</i> minting Rs 1.4 crore.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/the-play-about-lahore-that-pakistan-banned-is-now-sunny-deol-s-baatwara-1947-1786600842498"><strong>The play about Lahore that Pakistan banned is now Sunny Deol’s Batwara 1947</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While advance sales do not guarantee an opening-day result, they offer an early snapshot of audience interest. Ultimately, the box-office winner will be determined by a combination of advance bookings, walk-in audiences, reviews, word of mouth and screen availability over the opening days.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/father-s-film-on-15-august-1947-son-s-film-in-2026-can-you-guess-this-father-son-duo-p-l-santoshi-rajkumar-santoshi-1786621563652"><strong>Father's film on 15 August 1947, son's film on Independence week 2026: Can you guess this father-son duo?</strong></a></p><h2>All about Awarapan 2 and Batwara 1947</h2><p>Helmed by Nitin Kakkar, <i>Awarapan 2 </i>is the sequel to the 2007 film Awarapan. Produced by Vishesh Bhatt under the banner of Vishesh Films, it stars Emraan Hashmi, Disha Patani, Shabana Azmi, Suvinder Vicky and Vijayant Kohli, among others.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/awarapan-ending-explained-revisiting-emraan-hashmi-s-2007-film-before-awarapan-2-arrives-1786557118706"><strong>Awarapan ending explained: Revisiting Emraan Hashmi’s 2007 film before Awarapan 2 arrives</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film's music is composed by Mithoon, Jeet Gannguli, Amaal Mallik and Akhil Sachdeva, with lyrics written by Rashmi Virag and Sayeed Quadri, and the background score by Raju Singh. The soundtrack is distributed and released by Sony Music. The album includes the tracks Ve Junoon, Yeh Awarapan, Tera Mera Rishta and Toh Phir Aao. It is scheduled to be released in cinemas on August 14.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/awarapan-2-emraan-hashmi-starrer-gets-ua-16-certificate-after-cbfc-orders-9-edits-1785982145962"><strong>Awarapan 2: Emraan Hashmi starrer gets UA 16+ certificate after CBFC orders 9 edits</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Co-written and directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and produced by Aamir Khan under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, <i>Batwara 1947</i> is set in Lahore against the backdrop of the 1947 partition of India and the division of Punjab. The film stars Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, Shabana Azmi, Karan Deol, Ali Fazal, Abhimanyu Singh, Khushi Hajare, and Kanikka Kapur. The film is based on Asghar Wajahat's drama Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya, O Jamya E Nai.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The cinematography is handled by Santosh Sivan. The soundtrack is composed by A. R. Rahman, with lyrics penned by Javed Akhtar.</p>

Awarapan 2 and Batwara 1947 are set for a theatrical clash on August 14. Here's a look at the advance bookings for both films and which one is currently leading.

Awarapan 2, starring Emraan Hashmi, and Batwara 1947, led by Sunny Deol, are heading for a theatrical face-off on August 14, a day before Independence Day, putting their respective advance booking collections under the spotlight. Let's delve in to know how much both the films have minted so far a day before their release. Advance booking report: Awarapan 2 vs Batwara 1947 As per the Sacnilk report, in the advance booking figures, Awarapan 2 so far has sold 187,617 tickets, minting Rs 5.71 crore for its opening day. The same report suggests that the Sunny Deol starrer, Batwara 1947 has sold 52,408 tickets, minting Rs 1.4 crore. Also Read: The play about Lahore that Pakistan banned is now Sunny Deol’s Batwara 1947 While advance sales do not guarantee an opening-day result, they offer an early snapshot of audience interest. Ultimately, the box-office winner will be determined by a combination of advance bookings, walk-in audiences, reviews, word of mouth and screen availability over the opening days. Also Read: Father's film on 15 August 1947, son's film on Independence week 2026: Can you guess this father-son duo? All about Awarapan 2 and Batwara 1947 Helmed by Nitin Kakkar, Awarapan 2 is the sequel to the 2007 film Awarapan. Produced by Vishesh Bhatt under the banner of Vishesh Films, it stars Emraan Hashmi, Disha Patani, Shabana Azmi, Suvinder Vicky and Vijayant Kohli, among others. Also Read: Awarapan ending explained: Revisiting Emraan Hashmi’s 2007 film before Awarapan 2 arrives The film's music is composed by Mithoon, Jeet Gannguli, Amaal Mallik and Akhil Sachdeva, with lyrics written by Rashmi Virag and Sayeed Quadri, and the background score by Raju Singh. The soundtrack is distributed and released by Sony Music. The album includes the tracks Ve Junoon, Yeh Awarapan, Tera Mera Rishta and Toh Phir Aao. It is scheduled to be released in cinemas on August 14. Also Read: Awarapan 2: Emraan Hashmi starrer gets UA 16+ certificate after CBFC orders 9 edits Co-written and directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and produced by Aamir Khan under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, Batwara 1947 is set in Lahore against the backdrop of the 1947 partition of India and the division of Punjab. The film stars Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, Shabana Azmi, Karan Deol, Ali Fazal, Abhimanyu Singh, Khushi Hajare, and Kanikka Kapur. The film is based on Asghar Wajahat's drama Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya, O Jamya E Nai. The cinematography is handled by Santosh Sivan. The soundtrack is composed by A. R. Rahman, with lyrics penned by Javed Akhtar.

<p>Awarapan 2 and Batwara 1947 are set for a theatrical clash on August 14. Here's a look at the advance bookings for both films and which one is currently leading.</p>

Awarapan 2 vs Batwara 1947: Which film is leading the advance booking battle?

<p>BATWARA 1947 is among the most eagerly awaited films of the year. Ever since the release of its evocative motion poster and striking character posters, the film has generated immense buzz, building anticipation for a story rooted in courage, sacrifice, and the unbreakable human spirit.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While its powerful first teaser elevated the excitement, the makers unveiled another gripping teaser that turns up the intensity, promising an even more high-voltage cinematic experience. Amidst the rising excitement for the film, the team will have a massive 12 city visit tour.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The team of BATWARA 1947 is all set for a massive city tour. Covering 12 cities, the team will travel extensively as part of the film's promotional campaign. This will be the biggest city tour campaign for the film, with the cast and makers visiting different cities and locations to connect with audiences. Through this nationwide campaign, audiences will get a closer look at the film's powerful narrative, one that every Indian should know.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/batwara-1947-cast-revealed-sunny-deol-shabana-azmi-ali-fazal-to-lead-aamir-khan-s-historical-drama-see-posters-1781689579483">Batwara 1947 cast revealed: Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi, Ali Fazal to lead Aamir Khan's historical drama | See posters</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>BATWARA 1947 stars a stellar ensemble cast featuring Shabana Azmi, Sunny Deol, Preity G Zinta, Karan Deol, Ali Fazal and Abhimanyu Singh and marks the much-awaited reunion of Rajkumar Santoshi and Sunny Deol after nearly three decades.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/it-s-batwara-1947-not-lahore-1947-sunny-deol-announces-new-title-and-release-date-1780992791225">It's Batwara 1947, not Lahore 1947: Sunny Deol announces new title and release date</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Produced under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, BATWARA 1947 is directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi. The music is composed by A. R. Rahman, while the lyrics are penned by Javed Akhtar. The film is produced by Aamir Khan and Aparna Purohit and is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on, Partition Day, August 14, 2026.</p>

BATWARA 1947 is a highly anticipated historical drama directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi and produced under Aamir Khan Productions. It marks the historic reunion of Santoshi and Sunny Deol after nearly three decades.

BATWARA 1947 is among the most eagerly awaited films of the year. Ever since the release of its evocative motion poster and striking character posters, the film has generated immense buzz, building anticipation for a story rooted in courage, sacrifice, and the unbreakable human spirit. While its powerful first teaser elevated the excitement, the makers unveiled another gripping teaser that turns up the intensity, promising an even more high-voltage cinematic experience. Amidst the rising excitement for the film, the team will have a massive 12 city visit tour. The team of BATWARA 1947 is all set for a massive city tour. Covering 12 cities, the team will travel extensively as part of the film's promotional campaign. This will be the biggest city tour campaign for the film, with the cast and makers visiting different cities and locations to connect with audiences. Through this nationwide campaign, audiences will get a closer look at the film's powerful narrative, one that every Indian should know. Also read: Batwara 1947 cast revealed: Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi, Ali Fazal to lead Aamir Khan's historical drama | See posters BATWARA 1947 stars a stellar ensemble cast featuring Shabana Azmi, Sunny Deol, Preity G Zinta, Karan Deol, Ali Fazal and Abhimanyu Singh and marks the much-awaited reunion of Rajkumar Santoshi and Sunny Deol after nearly three decades. Also read: It's Batwara 1947, not Lahore 1947: Sunny Deol announces new title and release date Produced under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, BATWARA 1947 is directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi. The music is composed by A. R. Rahman, while the lyrics are penned by Javed Akhtar. The film is produced by Aamir Khan and Aparna Purohit and is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on, Partition Day, August 14, 2026.

<p>BATWARA 1947 is a highly anticipated historical drama directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi and produced under Aamir Khan Productions. It marks the historic reunion of Santoshi and Sunny Deol after nearly three decades.</p>

Aamir Khan productions' BATWARA 1947 slated for a worldwide release on August 14; team announces massive 12-city tour

<p>The makers of <i>Batwara 1947</i> have unveiled the character posters of their upcoming historical drama, reflecting strength, innocence, and resilience. Following the release of its gripping and evocative motion poster, the latest reveal has heightened anticipation for the project, which is backed by Aamir Khan Productions.</p><h2>Batwara cast</h2><p>The newly released posters showcase veteran actors Shabana Azmi and Sunny Deol alongside Preity G. Zinta, Karan Deol, Ali Fazal and Abhimanyu Singh in never-before-seen avatars. The posters depict the story of people who persevered through a time when the world was being torn apart and emerged as shining examples of courage and resilience.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/alia-bhatt-breaks-silence-on-sharvari-s-missing-appearance-in-alpha-teaser-see-pics-1781687544843"><strong>Alia Bhatt breaks silence on Sharvari's missing appearance in Alpha teaser | See pics</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As the character posters come to the forefront, each face speaks volumes through its distinct emotion and presence.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Taking to their social media, the makers dropped the character posters with a caption that read, "In a world torn apart, their story was a testament to courage. Meet the people who lived through it all, Batwara 1947, in theatres from 14th August."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/alpha-trailer-out-alia-bhatt-and-sharvari-exude-girl-power-as-they-take-on-the-mighty-villain-bobby-deol-1781684640766"><strong>Alpha trailer out! Alia Bhatt and Sharvari exude girl power</strong></a></p><h2>Internet reactions</h2><p>Soon after the posters were released, fans showered praise and excitement in the comment section. "This is beyond Amazing love love it soooooooo much!!! Preity Zinta sooooooo happy to see her back," one user wrote. Another added, "What an amazing starcast." "Blockbuster loading," read the third comment. "Eagerly awaiting the release of this movie," wrote one. "What a brilliant casting," said another.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/it-s-batwara-1947-not-lahore-1947-sunny-deol-announces-new-title-and-release-date-1780992791225"><strong>It's Batwara 1947, not Lahore 1947: Sunny Deol announces new title and release date</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ikka-release-sunny-deol-and-akshaye-khanna-s-gripping-court-room-to-premiere-on-netflix-in-july-1781340633932"><strong>Ikka release: Sunny Deol and Akshaye Khanna's gripping court room to premiere on Netflix in July</strong></a></p><h2>About Batwara 1947</h2><p>Directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi, <i>Batwara 1947</i> marks the much-awaited reunion of Santoshi and Sunny Deol after nearly three decades.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Produced under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, <i>Batwara&nbsp;1947</i> is directed by Rajkumar Santoshi. The music is composed by A. R. Rahman, while the lyrics are penned by Javed Akhtar. The film is produced by Aamir Khan and Aparna Purohit and is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on Partition Day, August 14, 2026.</p>

Finally, the cast of the much-awaited Batwara 1947 has been unveiled, giving fans a glimpse of the upcoming historical drama. Backed by Aamir Khan Productions, the film is directed by Rajkumar Santoshi.

The makers of Batwara 1947 have unveiled the character posters of their upcoming historical drama, reflecting strength, innocence, and resilience. Following the release of its gripping and evocative motion poster, the latest reveal has heightened anticipation for the project, which is backed by Aamir Khan Productions. Batwara cast The newly released posters showcase veteran actors Shabana Azmi and Sunny Deol alongside Preity G. Zinta, Karan Deol, Ali Fazal and Abhimanyu Singh in never-before-seen avatars. The posters depict the story of people who persevered through a time when the world was being torn apart and emerged as shining examples of courage and resilience. Also Read: Alia Bhatt breaks silence on Sharvari's missing appearance in Alpha teaser | See pics As the character posters come to the forefront, each face speaks volumes through its distinct emotion and presence. Taking to their social media, the makers dropped the character posters with a caption that read, "In a world torn apart, their story was a testament to courage. Meet the people who lived through it all, Batwara 1947, in theatres from 14th August." Also Read: Alpha trailer out! Alia Bhatt and Sharvari exude girl power Internet reactions Soon after the posters were released, fans showered praise and excitement in the comment section. "This is beyond Amazing love love it soooooooo much!!! Preity Zinta sooooooo happy to see her back," one user wrote. Another added, "What an amazing starcast." "Blockbuster loading," read the third comment. "Eagerly awaiting the release of this movie," wrote one. "What a brilliant casting," said another. Also Read: It's Batwara 1947, not Lahore 1947: Sunny Deol announces new title and release date

<p>Finally, the cast of the much-awaited Batwara 1947 has been unveiled, giving fans a glimpse of the upcoming historical drama. Backed by Aamir Khan Productions, the film is directed by Rajkumar Santoshi.</p>

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