Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par Faces Backlash Over Similarities to Hollywood Film!

Aamir Khan's much-anticipated 2025 release, Sitaare ZameenPar, has landed in controversy ahead of its theatrical debut. The film, which was initially praised for its heartwarming premise, is now under scrutiny for allegedly being a remake of the 2023 Hollywood film Champions—which itself is based on the acclaimed 2018 Spanish movie Campeones.

 

🚨 Why the Controversy?

As new trailers and plot details emerged, fans and critics began pointing out striking similarities between Sitaare Zameen Par and Champions, a sports drama that follows a coach mentoring a team of individuals with intellectual disabilities.

 

🔁 Similar Plot Points Include:

A disgraced professional coach forced to lead a team of mentally challenged players.

Emotional bonding, personal redemption, and social transformation.

A nearly identical arc of the protagonist's journey from arrogance to empathy.

 

🎬 About the Film

Title: Sitaare Zameen Par

Star Cast: Aamir Khan, Genelia Deshmukh, Suniel Shetty

Director: RS Prasanna

Release Date: June 14, 2025

Language: Hindi

Genre: Sports Drama / Inspirational

Aamir Khan has described the film as a “spiritual successor” to his 2007 hit Taare Zameen Par, but with a focus on teamwork and inclusion in sports rather than academic struggles.

 

🗣️ Public Reaction & Boycott Calls

Social media has erupted with calls to #BoycottSitaareZameenPar, with many accusing Khan and his team of lack of originality and plagiarism.

“It’s disappointing to see another big-budget Bollywood film borrowing from Hollywood without giving due credit,” wrote one user on X (formerly Twitter).

Others have defended the film, stating that adaptations can still be impactful if handled with cultural sensitivity and fresh perspective.

 

🎭 Industry Voices Weigh In

While Aamir Khan and the producers have yet to officially respond to the allegations, Bollywood insiders believe the film’s success will hinge on execution rather than origin.

“If Sitaare Zameen Par captures the emotional core and adds local flavor, it could still resonate with Indian audiences,” said trade analyst Komal Nahta.

 

📽️ Comparison Timeline

Film      Release Year   Country             Director

Campeones    2018    Spain   Javier Fesser

Champions     2023    USA      Bobby Farrelly

Sitaare Zameen Par   2025    India    RS Prasanna

 

🔍 What’s at Stake?

Box Office Performance: If backlash continues, it could severely impact opening weekend collections.

Aamir Khan’s Reputation: After Laal Singh Chaddha underperformed, Khan is under pressure to deliver a genuine comeback.

Audience Trust: Originality and storytelling integrity remain key to building long-term audience faith in Bollywood content.

🔚 Conclusion

The Sitaare Zameen Par controversy underscores a growing concern in Bollywood around original storytelling and transparent adaptation practices. As the film nears release, all eyes are on how Aamir Khan and his team address the criticism—and whether the film can rise above its contested origins to deliver a meaningful cinematic experience.

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