The Independence Day weekend of 2026 is set to witness one of the biggest showdowns in Indian cinema history. Aamir Khan Productions has officially announced that the highly anticipated period drama ‘Lahore 1947,’ starring Sunny Deol, will hit theaters on August 13, 2026. This announcement has immediately sparked rumors of a massive box office clash with Salman Khan’s patriotic actioner, ‘Battle of Galwan,’ which is also reportedly eyeing the same holiday window.

The Dream Team: Aamir, Sunny, and Rajkumar Santoshi On the night of February 9, Aamir Khan Productions confirmed the release date via social media, marking a “powerful collaboration” for the first time between Aamir Khan (Producer), Sunny Deol (Actor), and Rajkumar Santoshi (Director). This trio is expected to recreate the magic that Santoshi and Deol previously delivered in classics like ‘Ghayal’ and ‘Ghatak.’ Sunny Deol credits the humongous success of ‘Gadar 2’ for paving the way for this ambitious project, which had been in development for several years.

Stellar Cast and Technical Excellence: ‘Lahore 1947’ boasts an ensemble cast including the returning Preity Zinta, along with Shabana Azmi, Ali Fazal, Abhimanyu Singh, and Sunny’s son Karan Deol. The film’s backbone is equally strong with music by AR Rahman, lyrics by Javed Akhtar, and cinematography by the legendary Santosh Sivan. Based on Asghar Wajahat’s acclaimed play ‘Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya, O Jamya E Nai,’ the movie delves into the emotional turmoil and human connections during the Partition era.

Box Office Clash of the Titans: Adding fuel to the fire, reports suggest that Salman Khan’s ‘Battle of Galwan’ has been pushed from its original April 17 release date to August 14, 2026. While official confirmation from Salman’s camp is awaited, the industry is buzzing with the prospect of Sunny Deol and Salman Khan facing off during the patriotic week. With ‘Lahore 1947’ focusing on the historical gravity of 1947 and ‘Battle of Galwan’ depicting the modern valor of Indian soldiers, the 2026 Independence Day will be a treat for action and drama lovers.