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The trailer of ‘Batwara 1947’, starring Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta, has been released. Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and produced by Aamir Khan Productions, the film is set during the 1947 Partition. Sunny Deol dedicated the film to all mothers, sharing an emotional post. The movie is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on August 14, 2026.
Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and produced under Aamir Khan Productions, ‘Batwara 1947’ also stars Shabana Azmi, Karan Deol, Ali Fazal and Abhimanyu Singh in key roles.
Set against the backdrop of the 1947 Partition, Batwara 1947 follows a family whose lives are irrevocably altered as violence, fear and forced migration tear apart communities that once lived side by side. Yet, amid unimaginable loss and deepening divisions, the film celebrates the courage to choose kindness over hatred and hope over despair, read a press note.
Har insaan ka pehla mazhab MAA hai.#Batwara1947Trailer Out Now! #Batwara1947 Releasing this partition day, 14th August onwards in Cinemas Worldwide. pic.twitter.com/l83lXdNCXt
— Sunny Deol (@iamsunnydeol) July 28, 2026
A day before the film’s trailer launch, Sunny posted a heartfelt picture with his mother and described her as his greatest source of love, strength and courage.
He also dedicated ‘Batwara 1947’ to all mothers, acknowledging their unconditional love and sacrifices.
Sharing the post, Sunny Deol wrote, “Meri maa hi mera Rab hain. Mera pyaar, mera hausla, meri taaqat. ‘Batwara 1947’ main apni Maa aur duniya ki har Maa ko samarpit karta hoon. Trailer out tomorrow!”
The movie is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on August 14, 2026. Its music is composed by AR Rahman, while the lyrics are penned by Javed Akhtar.
