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New Partition film Batwara 1947 set for August 14 release
9 Jun
Summary
- Film previously titled Lahore 1947 renamed Batwara 1947.
- Batwara 1947 will be released in theaters on August 14, 2026.
- Ensemble cast includes Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, and Shabana Azmi.
The period drama, formerly titled Lahore 1947, has been officially renamed Batwara 1947. Actor Sunny Deol announced the new title and confirmed its theatrical release date of August 14, 2026, via a motion poster shared on Instagram.
The film's title change from Lahore 1947 to Batwara 1947 is reportedly due to producer Aamir Khan securing the rights from the family of the late producer Salim Akhtar. The new title suggests a focus on the Partition era.
Batwara 1947 boasts a notable ensemble cast led by Sunny Deol. This includes Preity Zinta, who is making her acting comeback, alongside Shabana Azmi, Ali Fazal, and Karan Deol. The project is produced by Aamir Khan and directed by Rajkumar Santoshi.
While specific plot details remain under wraps, the title and promotional material indicate the story is set against the backdrop of the 1947 Partition of India. Sunny Deol was last seen in the successful film Border 2.
