Sunny Deol has dedicated the trailer of his upcoming film Batwara 1947 to his mother, Prakash Kaur, adding an emotional touch to the film’s promotional journey. The historical drama is set against the backdrop of the 1947 Partition and tells a story that focuses on human relationships, courage and survival during one of the most difficult periods in Indian history. The film is directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and produced by Aamir Khan Productions.
Batwara 1947 features a strong ensemble cast led by Sunny Deol, along with Preity Zinta, Shabana Azmi and several other actors in important roles. The story explores the emotional and human side of the Partition, showing how ordinary people faced fear, loss and difficult choices while trying to protect their families and preserve their values. Rather than focusing only on the violence of the period, the film also highlights compassion, hope and the strength of human connections.
The film has now completed its certification process with the Central Board of Film Certification. It has received an Adults Only certificate without any cuts, allowing the makers to present the story as originally planned. The approved runtime of the film is 2 hours 25 minutes. The certification means audiences will get to watch the complete version when it arrives in theatres on August 14.
The promotional campaign has also attracted attention through its music. Songs such as Kahaan Chale Gaye Ho Ram have generated discussion among audiences and have added to the emotional tone of the film. Along with the trailer, the music has helped introduce viewers to the film’s setting and themes before its theatrical release.
Meri Maa hi mera Rab hain.
— Sunny Deol (@iamsunnydeol) July 27, 2026
Mera pyaar, mera hausla, meri taaqat.❤️
Batwara 1947 main apni Maa aur duniya ki har Maa ko samarpit karta hoon. 🙏
Trailer out tomorrow!🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/hZEIwYNY52
There is also growing interest surrounding the film’s special screenings. Reports suggest that exclusive shows are expected to be held at PVR Juhu in Mumbai and the iconic Raj Mandir cinema in Jaipur. While official details are still awaited, these screenings have already created curiosity among moviegoers ahead of the release.
The film also marks another major release for Sunny Deol following the commercial success of Gadar 2, which brought him back into the spotlight at the box office. With Batwara 1947, the actor returns in a very different role, portraying a character set during a defining moment in India’s history. As the release date approaches, the film is drawing attention for its historical backdrop, emotional storytelling and experienced cast, making it one of the notable Hindi releases scheduled for August 14.