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'Batwara 1947': When's the teaser dropping?
'Batwara 1947' teaser to be released on June 17

'Batwara 1947': When's the teaser dropping?

Jun 15, 2026
07:30 pm

What's the story

Sunny Deol and director Rajkumar Santoshi are reuniting after three decades for Batwara 1947, earlier titled Lahore 1947. The film also stars Preity Zinta and Shabana Azmi. According to Firstpost, the teaser was supposed to be released on Monday, coinciding with the release anniversaries of Gadar and Lagaan. However, it is now likely that it will be unveiled on June 17.

Film details

Film to showcase new side of Deol

The film has been in the news for over two years and is expected to showcase a new side of Deol, different from his recent hits like Jaat, Border 2, and Gadar 2. The film will also feature Abhimanyu Singh as the antagonist. Praising him, Santoshi said, "His intensity, his voice, and his conviction are truly unbeatable. He is undoubtedly one of the most talented actors we have in our industry."

Release date

Film's release date and other details

Batwara 1947 is scheduled to hit theaters on August 14, a day ahead of Independence Day. It marks the first collaboration between Deol and Aamir Khan Productions. It also features Ali Fazal and Karan Deol in key roles. The film is an adaptation of the popular play Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya O Jamya E Nai Batwara, set against the backdrop of Partition.

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