Batwara 1947 Trailer Released, Highlights Partition Story

The trailer for the highly anticipated historical drama "Batwara 1947" was released on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, offering a first look at a story set against the backdrop of India's Partition. The film, starring Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi, and Preity Zinta, is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on August 14, 2026.

Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and produced by Aamir Khan under Aamir Khan Productions, the film marks the reunion of Santoshi and Deol after nearly three decades. The project was originally announced as "Lahore 1947" before its retitling. The trailer introduces a Muslim couple, played by Deol and Zinta, whose celebration of India's independence turns to heartbreak as they realize the country will be divided, forcing them to leave their home and move to Pakistan.

Upon arrival, Deol's character is allocated a large haveli that is still occupied by a Hindu matriarch, portrayed by Shabana Azmi, who refuses to leave. As communal tensions rise, Deol vows to protect her from intruders. Key moments from the trailer feature Deol delivering powerful dialogues advocating for religious harmony, including the line, "Mandir todna Islam nahi hai" (Damaging temples is not in...