TL;DR
- Veer-Zaara, the iconic Bollywood romantic drama starring Shah Rukh Khan and Preity Zinta, set for a grand international re-release on November 7, 2024, to celebrate its 20th anniversary
- Advance bookings witness phenomenal response, with 1,000 tickets sold across 18 shows in Germany and 425 tickets in limited shows in the UK
- Re-release to feature the previously missing song “Aa Gaye Hum Kahan,” adding to the excitement of fans eagerly awaiting the film’s return to the big screen
- Veer-Zaara, a massive success upon its initial release in 2004, expected to further solidify its position as one of the most beloved romantic films in Indian cinema history
The iconic Bollywood romantic drama Veer-Zaara, starring Shah Rukh Khan and Preity Zinta, is gearing up for a massive international re-release on November 7, 2024, to celebrate its 20th anniversary. Directed by the legendary Yash Chopra, the film will be screened in key overseas markets, including the Middle East, North America, Australia, the UK & Europe, Malaysia, New Zealand, and Singapore.
Advance bookings for the re-release have already begun in some regions, with the movie witnessing a phenomenal response, particularly in Germany. According to reports, Veer-Zaara has sold around 1,000 tickets across just 18 shows in Germany, four days before its official re-release. The film’s popularity in the country is not new, as it had received a similar reception during its initial release in 2004. Remarkably, the advance bookings for Veer-Zaara are trending higher than those for the latest releases in Germany.
The United Kingdom has also shown a strong interest in the re-release, with the movie selling 425 tickets in limited shows. Considering the high demand, pre-sales are expected to commence soon in other markets as well.
One exciting aspect of the international re-release is the inclusion of the song “Aa Gaye Hum Kahan,” which was not part of the original theatrical cut. This addition is sure to delight fans who have been eagerly awaiting the opportunity to watch the film on the big screen once again.
Veer-Zaara, which also stars Rani Mukerji, was a massive success upon its initial release in 2004, becoming the highest-grossing film of the year. Despite clashing with the Akshay Kumar, Priyanka Chopra, and Kareena Kapoor Khan starrer Aitraaz at the box office, the movie managed to gross around 98 crores globally, with significant contributions from both Indian and overseas markets.
The film’s enduring popularity and timeless appeal have been evident through its multiple re-releases over the years. In September 2024, Veer-Zaara was re-released in India, pushing its worldwide box office collection beyond the 100-crore mark. The upcoming international re-release is expected to further solidify its position as one of the most beloved romantic films in Indian cinema history.
As fans across the globe prepare to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Veer-Zaara on November 12, 2024, the film’s grand international re-release promises to be a nostalgic and emotional experience for audiences who have cherished this classic love story for two decades.
