The premiere of Aamir Khan's latest film, "Sitaare Zameen Par," witnessed a star-studded gathering, but a minor security mishap grabbed attention. A video circulating online shows Salman Khan's bodyguard seemingly pushing aside Aamir Khan's son, Junaid Khan, mistaking him for a fan.
The incident occurred as Salman Khan arrived at the premiere, surrounded by his security detail. Junaid Khan was in attendance with his family and was attempting to escort Salman when the bodyguard, in an effort to clear a path, inadvertently pushed him aside.
Despite the unexpected nudge, Junaid Khan maintained his composure. Reports indicate that he handled the situation with grace, immediately extending his hand to shake the bodyguard's hand and smiling to acknowledge who he was. This gesture was well-received, diffusing any potential awkwardness.
The video quickly went viral, sparking discussions online. Many social media users lauded Junaid's calm and gentlemanly reaction to the situation. Some fans also commented on the bodyguard's diligence, recognizing that he was simply doing his job to ensure Salman Khan's security. Some users even drew comparisons to a similar incident involving Vicky Kaushal, where security personnel can sometimes mistake individuals in the crowd.
The premiere of "Sitaare Zameen Par" brought together other Bollywood luminaries as well. Shah Rukh Khan was also present, warmly interacting with the debutant actors from the film. Videos show him hugging and chatting with the young stars, creating a memorable moment for them.
Salman Khan and Aamir Khan shared a lighthearted moment in front of the paparazzi, joking about how the role in "Sitaare Zameen Par" was initially offered to Salman. The premiere was also attended by other notable personalities like Rekha, Vicky Kaushal, Javed Akhtar, Shabana Azmi, Jeetendra, Tushar Kapoor, Kriti Kharbanda, Sunny Kaushal, and Tiger Shroff. Aamir Khan was accompanied by his girlfriend, Gauri Spratt, and his son, Azad Rao Khan.
"Sitaare Zameen Par," directed by RS Prasanna, is being described as a spiritual successor to Aamir Khan's earlier hit, "Taare Zameen Par." The film is a remake of the Spanish movie "Campeones" and features Aamir Khan as a basketball coach tasked with training a team of neurodivergent children. The cast includes Genelia D'Souza and a number of debutant actors. The film was released in theaters on June 20 and has been praised for its heartfelt narrative.