Aamir Khan's 'Sitare Zameen Par' Sets Global Benchmark with Unmatched Accessibility Features

Aamir Khan’s film Sitare Zameen Par is creating waves, not just for its emotional story but for breaking new ground in film accessibility. Unlike typical star-driven projects, Aamir made this film to reach every kind of audience, and it has made history by becoming the first film worldwide to include all major accessibility features for a theatrical release — surpassing even films of Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan in this regard.

Sitare Zameen Par is the first Indian film fully equipped for viewers with visual, hearing, or speech impairments. It offers closed captions, audio description, and Indian Sign Language, making it accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

The inclusion of Indian Sign Language is facilitated by the XL Cinema app, which provides a real-time ISL interpreter on viewers’ mobile devices, synced perfectly with the film’s audio in theaters. Closed captions display dialogue and sound cues, aiding those with hearing challenges, while audio descriptions narrate visual elements for those with low or no vision.

Released on June 20, the film marks a landmark moment not only in Indian cinema but also on the global stage for inclusive entertainment. Aamir Khan Productions, alongside disability advocates and XL Cinema, is being applauded worldwide for raising the standard of accessibility in films.