Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' experienced a strong opening weekend, exceeding expectations despite being a niche film. The movie witnessed substantial growth on Saturday and Sunday, but faced a significant drop on Monday and Tuesday. While performing well in multiplexes and certain territories, its fate hinges on maintaining momentum throughout the week, especially with the upcoming release of 'Maa'.
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