Screen Awards 2026: ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ Wins Cinema of Courage Honour, Director RS Prasanna Thanks Aamir Khan in Acceptance Speech (Watch Video)
Sitaare Zameen Par received the Cinema of Courage award at the 2026 Chetak Screen Awards, honoring its authentic portrayal of neurodiversity featuring a lead cast of ten neurodivergent actors. The movie is directed by RS Prasanna and stars Aamir Khan in the lead role.
The Aamir Khan-starrer Sitaare Zameen Par was honoured with the Cinema of Courage award at the Chetak Screen Awards 2026 held on Sunday. The ceremony, which recognises excellence in Indian cinema through a peer-voted academy, highlighted the film's significant impact on social discourse. Director RS Prasanna and members of the film’s cast accepted the trophy during the event, which was attended by several prominent figures from the film industry. Screen Awards 2026: Alia Bhatt’s Hosting Debut Turns Major Fashion Moment With Saree and Power Pantsuit (View Posts).
Aamir Khan’s ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ Felicitated at Screen Awards 2026
The Cinema of Courage award is reserved for films that push boundaries and address sensitive social themes with integrity. During the presentation, host Sunil Grover described the film as more than just a story, calling it a "conversation starter" that provided a glimpse into lives that are often overlooked by mainstream media.
In his acceptance speech, Director RS Prasanna dedicated the win to his cast and Aamir Khan. He noted that the true meaning of courage was demonstrated by the actors themselves, who transformed societal challenges into a celebrated cinematic performance. The award was presented by filmmakers Karan Johar and Siddharth Roy Kapur.
‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ Wins Cinema of Courage Award at Chetak Screen Awards 2026 – Watch Video
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About ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’
Sitaare Zameen Par distinguishes itself by featuring a lead cast of ten neurodivergent actors, including individuals with autism and Down syndrome. The plot follows Gulshan (played by Aamir Khan), a temperamental basketball coach who is mandated by a court to train a team of intellectually challenged players as part of his community service.
The film has been widely praised for its authentic representation, moving away from stereotypical portrayals of disability. Critics have noted that while the 2007 film Taare Zameen Par focused on a teacher helping a student, Sitaare Zameen Par effectively flips the dynamic, showing the coach learning invaluable lessons about resilience and acceptance from his team. Amir Khan’s Niece Zayn Marie Khan Breaks Silence on Marital Rift Rumours With Akash Mohimen, Calls It a ‘Personal Situation’.
‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ OTT Streaming Details
Following a successful theatrical run that began in June 2025 and a unique experimental release on YouTube for rent, the film has now transitioned to major streaming platforms. Sitaare Zameen Par officially began streaming on Sony LIV on April 3, 2026, coinciding with the Good Friday holiday weekend. The digital release marks the final stage of the film’s distribution strategy, making the award-winning drama accessible to a global subscription-based audience.
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