Sohum Shah praises Aamir Khan for Sitaare Zameen Par success: “Stories with heart do matter” : Bollywood News

Actor and filmmaker Sohum Shah recently took to Instagram to express his admiration for Aamir Khan following the success of his latest release, Sitaare Zameen Par. Shah praised Aamir’s unwavering commitment to storytelling, highlighting how the film’s triumph has reignited faith in meaningful, heart-driven cinema.

Sohum Shah praises Aamir Khan for Sitaare Zameen Par success: “Stories with heart do matter”In a heartfelt Instagram story, Sohum wrote, “Aamir Sir is one of the biggest superstars this country has ever seen, yet he chooses to lead with stories instead of just his stardom. The success of Sitaare Zameen Par gave me immense hope as a filmmaker — a reminder that stories with heart do matter. Thank you, Aamir Khan, for inspiring us to believe in meaningful cinema.”

Shah, known for his thoughtful approach to filmmaking, has long admired Aamir’s philosophy of focusing deeply on one project at a time. He emphasized that Aamir’s ability to balance commercial success with socially relevant narratives continues to inspire storytellers across the country.

Sitaare Zameen Par has been widely celebrated not just by the film industry but also by audiences and organizations across India for its sensitive portrayal of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The film is a spiritual successor to Aamir Khan’s 2007 classic Taare Zameen Par, which dealt with dyslexia and broke new ground in mainstream cinema.

Directed by R.S. Prasanna, Sitaare Zameen Par is an official remake of the 2018 Spanish film Champions. It follows the journey of a suspended basketball coach who is assigned community service and tasked with training a team of players with disabilities for a competitive tournament. The film stars Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh in lead roles.

Released on June 20, 2025, Sitaare Zameen Par has resonated widely with audiences, sparking conversations about inclusivity, empathy, and the power of sports in transforming lives. The film has received praise from critics, audiences, and social organizations alike for its emotional depth and its refreshing narrative focus.

Sohum Shah’s appreciation adds to the growing chorus of voices recognizing Sitaare Zameen Par as an important milestone in contemporary Hindi cinema.

Also Read: Boman Irani praises Aamir Khan for promoting films like Sitaare Zameen Par; says, “I think Aamir Khan is doing a magnificent job of bringing films like that to the floor”

More Pages: Sitaare Zameen Par Box Office Collection , Sitaare Zameen Par Movie Review

BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES

Catch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2025 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama.