Bollywood actors Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta arrived in Lucknow on Friday, August 7, 2026, as part of the promotional tour for their upcoming period drama 'Batwara 1947'. During their visit to the capital of Uttar Pradesh, the lead actors paid a courtesy call on Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath at his official residence. Actor Karan Deol, who features in a prominent role in the project, was also present during the high profile interaction. The meeting comes just days before the film's scheduled theatrical arrival during the Independence Day week.
Meeting at the Chief Minister's Official Residence
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended a warm welcome to the visiting film personalities at his residence in Lucknow. As a gesture of goodwill and honour, the Chief Minister presented Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta with traditional idols of Hindu deities. The cinematic figures and the state leader also posed together for memorable photographs.
Following the session, Sunny Deol shared images of the meeting on social media platforms, expressing that it was a great pleasure meeting Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow and adding that they engaged in a very pleasant and warm conversation. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also shared pictures on his official account on X, noting that he had a courtesy meeting with renowned actor Sunny Deol and actress Preity Zinta at his official residence in Lucknow.
Storyline and Ensemble Cast of 'Batwara 1947'
Helmed by veteran director Rajkumar Santoshi, 'Batwara 1947' is set against the poignant backdrop of the 1947 Partition of India and Pakistan. The narrative explores human emotions, love, sacrifice, and resilience during one of history's most turbulent periods.
The film features an impressive ensemble cast alongside the lead pair of Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta. Prominent roles are played by Shabana Azmi, Karan Deol, Ali Fazal, Abhimanyu Singh, Khushi Hajare, and Kanika Kapoor. The makers recently launched a new romantic track titled 'Tabassum', picturised on the character pairings of Ali Fazal with Khushi Hajare and Karan Deol with Kanika Kapoor.
Independence Day Box Office Showdown
'Batwara 1947' is slated for a nationwide theatrical release on August 14, 2026, strategically aligned with the Independence Day holiday frame. The release sets up a major clash at the box office with Emraan Hashmi's upcoming feature 'Awaraapan 2', creating high anticipation among moviegoers for the festive weekend.
