Sitaare Zameen Par Movie Review

 Sitaare Zameen Par Movie Review

After almost a thousand days, Aamir Khan’s film is finally releasing, but surprisingly, there doesn’t seem to be much hype. Surprised, right? Let me tell you how to figure out whether the movie is good or bad — that’s my job. I’ll explain in 8 points whether booking a ticket for this film is a foolish decision or a slap in the face for all the so-called ‘fools’.

The story of the film can be summed up in just two lines:

A coach goes to teach some children, but in return, the children end up teaching the coach about life. That’s the entire story. The rest depends on comedy, the subject being properly delivered to the audience, and music being used reasonably well.

But is this enough for a comeback?

### Point 1:

Let me clear your biggest fear first — yes, it’s a remake, but it’s nothing like the disaster called "Laal Singh Chaddha". The difference? In that film, Aamir Khan was trying to act "abnormal." But this time, there’s no need to act — because the kids in this film are actually living those emotions they portray on camera.

### Point 2:

Another big misunderstanding: “It’s a kids’ film. Only kids will watch it. Why should we waste money?”

Even Aamir Khan’s character in the film makes this mistake. What happens to him proves that this film is needed more by adults than children. Just like Taare Zameen Par— would you call that a kids’ film?

### Point 3:

Yes, the film will be predictable. We both know it’s designed to make you emotional.

But ask yourself — if you rewatch the scene of Kalpana’s death in Ghajini or Rancho’s reunion in 3 Idiots, won’t you feel the same emotions again?

Similarly, even if you know what's coming, the emotions will still hit you hard when they arrive.

### Point 4:

Calling this a sports drama is incorrect. The film doesn’t focus on basketball. The player is the hero, not the game.

So don’t expect a Chak De India or Dangal experience — you’ll be disappointed.

Yes, there’s a win-lose moment, and that part will definitely make you think deeply.

### Point 5:

No need to use your brain.

This film is not for intelligent people — it’s made to make people intelligent. There’s a difference.

Turning someone’s biggest tragedy into two hours of comedy, and making you feel the truth behind it without directly showing it — that’s the power here.

There aren’t many comedy scenes, but a smile will stay on your face for the full 2.5 hours.

That’s the strength of the film — the audience will connect deeply.

### Point 6:

Make this clear: this is not a Pathaan / Jawan / Salman-type mass film.

No action, no item numbers, no dramatic punches.

As always, Aamir Khan tries to teach people something through cinema. It may feel boring to some or may change someone’s perspective.

**This film is not for those who want something different or unique.** Aamir is showing what made him Aamir in the first place — nothing new.

### Point 7:

What is Genelia doing in this film?

She’s been used very well in the story.

Even a coach who teaches others is still human — doesn’t he have problems too?

Their scenes together explain that problems exist in the "normal" too, not just in the "abnormal."

### Point 8:

This is the film’s biggest X-factor — every actor in the film has a real-life past story.

That’s something you won’t find in other movies.

There’s one character, especially, who is scared of bathing. The way that fear is addressed just before the interval — that one scene alone is worth the ticket price.

Even though Aamir is on screen, your attention will shift to others. That’s how strong these characters are.

This is a team movie, not a one-man show.

### Final Advice:

The film’s name isn’t Taare Zameen Par, so if you want the exact same experience, go watch that again.

This film is about stars — some will shine, and some might flicker out.

For some, this film will light up their heart. For others, it might blow a fuse.

### Rating: 3 out of 5 stars

Positives:

* Entertainment from start to finish

* Emotional backstories of the kids

* Silent but strong emotional impact

* Solid performances by the kids

Negatives:

* One full star lost for being a remake

* You’ll wonder why we had to copy this story — can’t we think of original cinema?

* Also, it felt like even if Aamir Khan wasn’t in the lead, it wouldn’t have made much difference. His screen presence wasn’t as strong as in earlier films.

The film isn’t bad at all, it’s not trash — you can totally enjoy it with your family.

But calling it a masterpiecewould be a stretch — because 2025 has already given us better cinema.