Batwara 1947 First Motion Poster Out

Mumbai: The makers of Batwara 1947 have finally unveiled the film’s first motion poster, giving audiences their first glimpse into the highly anticipated period drama. The project, which was previously known as Lahore 1947, has officially undergone a title change ahead of its theatrical release in August 2026.

Presented by Aamir Khan and directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, the film stars Sunny Deol in the lead role alongside Preity Zinta, Shabana Azmi and Karan Deol. The first look offers a powerful and emotional glimpse into the human cost of India’s Partition. Shared by Sunny Deol on social media, the motion poster opens with a striking visual of burning paper, immediately setting the tone for a story rooted in loss, displacement and survival.

At the centre of the chaos stands Sunny Deol’s character, seen running through violence and unrest as frightened crowds struggle to escape the turmoil around them. The visuals capture the fear and uncertainty that accompanied one of the most defining chapters in Indian history.

The poster then shifts to a heroic image of Sunny standing firmly at the forefront with a flaming torch in his hand. Behind him stands his family, including Preity Zinta’s character, as he appears determined to protect them amid the conflict unfolding around them. The war-torn backdrop and haunting imagery hint at a story filled with emotion and sacrifice. Sharing the motion poster, Sunny Deol wrote, “In times of hatred and fear, he chose courage. Watch #Batwara1947 in theatres from 14th August 2026.”