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Preity Zinta's return to Bollywood with Batwara 1947

Actress Preity Zinta is returning to Bollywood in the film "Batwara 1947," ‘Batwara 1947,’ directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, marking her Santoshi and produced by Aamir Khan under the Aamir Khan Productions banner. The drama, set in Lahore against the backdrop of the 1947 Partition, features a cast including Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi, Ali Fazal, and Abhimanyu Singh. This project marks Zinta’s first film role since 2018. Zinta stated her 2018, a hiatus was due she attributed to focusing on motherhood. As the film's release approaches on film’s August 14, 2026, release approaches, Zinta has addressed recent media attention regarding her professional interactions. attention. During an appearance on the 18th season of the reality show "Kaun ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati," Crorepati,’ she reflected on past work with recalled the challenges of filming a coma scene alongside Amitabh Bachchan. Bachchan for the 2003 movie ‘Armaan.’ She also clarified that dismissed viral footage suggesting she ignored co-star Aamir Khan during film promotions was "clickbait," as ‘clickbait content,’ explaining that she had was simply been rushing to catch a flight. In preparation for the release, Zinta shared a look test photo for her character, Hamida, showcasing a minimalistic appearance in a simple saree. She has also been noted for her ethnic fashion choices during the film’s promotional press tour.

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