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Aamir Khan’s Gesture and ‘Lagaan’ Reunion Anchor Red Lorry Film Festival Opening in Mumbai

BookMyShow’s third‑edition showcase is presenting more than 120 internationally recognized films over March 13–15.

Overview

  • Aamir Khan removed his shoes before lighting the ceremonial diya with director Ashutosh Gowariker, a moment widely praised after videos circulated online.
  • Khan and Gowariker marked 25 years of ‘Lagaan’ with a public conversation that shared fresh behind‑the‑scenes stories, including a daily Gayatri Mantra ritual during the six‑month shoot.
  • At a festival screening, Khan slipped in quietly and watched the final minutes from the aisle to avoid disturbing viewers, with onlookers noting his emotional reaction.
  • The Red Lorry Film Festival, organized by BookMyShow, is running March 13–15 in its third edition with a lineup exceeding 120 titles from around the world.
  • Programming highlights include award‑season standouts such as ‘Sentimental Value,’ ‘Sirat,’ and ‘Hamnet,’ alongside sessions featuring Huma Qureshi, Zoya Akhtar, and Sriram Raghavan.