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Release Date, Story, Cast & Movie Details
Batwara 1947 is an upcoming Hindi historical drama directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and produced by Aamir Khan. Formerly titled Lahore 1947, the film stars Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, and Shabana Azmi in key roles.
Set during the Partition of India in 1947, the film explores displacement, family, human relationships, and survival during one of the most turbulent periods in Indian history.
Release Date
Story
Set in Lahore during the Partition of India, the story follows families whose lives are disrupted by violence, displacement, and political upheaval.
As millions of people are forced to leave their homes, refugees struggle to rebuild their lives in unfamiliar surroundings. Amid the chaos, ordinary people face difficult choices while holding on to courage, compassion, and humanity.
The film focuses on the emotional impact of Partition and the human connections that survive even during times of conflict.
Cast
Sunny Deol
Preity Zinta
Shabana Azmi
Karan Deol
Ali Fazal
Abhimanyu Singh
Crew
Director: Rajkumar Santoshi
Producer: Aamir Khan
Production: Aamir Khan Productions
Music: A. R. Rahman
Source Material: Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya, O Jamya E Nai by Asghar Wajahat
Genre: Historical Drama
Language: Hindi
Release Date: August 14, 2026
About
Batwara 1947 presents a powerful historical story set against the backdrop of the 1947 Partition. The film explores the struggles of displaced families and the emotional cost of division while highlighting humanity and resilience during a period of immense uncertainty.
With Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, and Shabana Azmi leading the cast and Rajkumar Santoshi at the helm, the movie is among the notable upcoming Hindi films of 2026.
