With less than three weeks remaining before its theatrical release, the promotional campaign for the highly anticipated period drama Batwara 1947 is ramping up. The film’s trailer will be unveiled through a unique two-city launch event taking place on consecutive days.
Jaipur & Mumbai Event Schedule
- Jaipur Launch (Tuesday, July 28): The trailer will first be revealed at Jaipur’s legendary single-screen theater, Raj Mandir, in the presence of media, fans, lead actor Sunny Deol, and director Rajkumar Santoshi. Producer Aamir Khan is also expected to attend.
- Mumbai Launch (Wednesday, July 29): A second grand launch event will take place the following day in Mumbai for local media and supporters.
Why Raj Mandir Holds Special Meaning for Sunny Deol
Industry sources note that Raj Mandir was chosen not only for its unmatched ambiance, scale, and sound quality, but also for its special connection to Sunny Deol. The actor previously hosted high-profile promotional events at the venue for the re-release of Gadar: Ek Prem Katha (ahead of Gadar 2) and his action enterprise Jaat. Both films enjoyed massive success, making the iconic Jaipur theater a proven lucky charm for the star.
About Batwara 1947
Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and produced by Aamir Khan, Batwara 1947 marks a major reunion for the celebrated actor-director duo.
Talking about the ensemble cast: it Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi, Preity Zinta, Ali Fazal, and Karan Deol. Source Material: Adapted from the acclaimed play Jis Lahore Nai Dekhya by Syed Asghar Wajahat.
Plot Synopsis: Set against the backdrop of Partition, the story centers on a Muslim family migrating from Lucknow to Lahore who are allocated a haveli left behind by a Hindu family. Tensions shift into an unexpected human bond as the elderly Hindu matriarch refuses to abandon her ancestral home.
