Sunny Deol has shared fresh details about his upcoming film Batwara 1947, saying the movie explores the human cost of India's Partition through the emotional journey of a family. Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, the film is scheduled to release in theatres on August 14. Speaking about the film, Deol said Batwara 1947 is more than just a historical drama and focuses on the idea that humanity is above all religions and faiths. Batwara 1947 Release Date The makers have confirmed that Batwara 1947 will release in cinemas across India on August 14, ahead of Independence Day. Produced by Aamir Khan Productions, the film is expected to be one of the major Bollywood releases of the month. Sunny Deol Opens Up About the Film Sunny Deol said the story revolves around a motherly figure who becomes the emotional backbone of the narrative. "The biggest religion is humanity. That is the core of this film," the actor said, adding that the movie portrays how Partition affected ordinary families caught in the violence and displacement. According to Deol, the film's central message is that "a mother is a religion in herself, and there is nothing greater than her."(WATCH THE TRAILER ) - CLICK HERE Based on Asghar Wajahat's Celebrated Play Batwara 1947 is adapted from noted writer Asghar Wajahat's acclaimed play Jis Lahore Nai Dekhya, O Jamyai Nai. The story follows a Hindu family migrating during Partition. After moving to Pakistan, they stand by an elderly woman despite growing communal tensions, highlighting compassion and humanity during one of history's most painful chapters. Star Cast The film features an ensemble cast including: Sunny Deol Preity Zinta Shabana Azmi Ali Fazal Karan Deol Preity Zinta stars opposite Sunny Deol, while Shabana Azmi plays the elderly woman at the heart of the story.Batwara 1947 Movie BudgetWhile the makers have not officially revealed the Batwara 1947 movie budget, industry reports estimate the film's production cost to be between ₹60 crore and ₹80 crore. Some other reports have suggested a higher budget, but no official figure has been confirmed by Aamir Khan Productions Reunion With Rajkumar Santoshi Batwara 1947 marks Sunny Deol's reunion with director Rajkumar Santoshi after nearly three decades. The actor previously collaborated with Santoshi on blockbuster films such as Ghayal (1990), Damini (1993) and Ghatak (1996). Deol said the new film continues their tradition of telling socially relevant stories rooted in strong emotions and family relationships.
