Excel Entertainment’s Ground Zero is building strong nationwide anticipation with its riveting trailer that blends emotional intensity with an edge-of-the-seat narrative. Inspired by true events, the film is based on one of the most remarkable operations in 50 years by the Border Security Force — a two-year-long investigation led to eliminate the mastermind Ghazi Baba. . At the center of it is BSF Commandant Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey, played by Emraan Hashmi, leading a mission marked by precision, pressure, and purpose.
Adding to the growing momentum, Aamir Khan Productions — known for backing meaningful, story-driven cinema — extended its support to the film. Sharing the teaser on X (formerly Twitter), the production house wrote: “We’re thrilled for this one!”, applauding the film’s powerful narrative and thematic depth.
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We're thrilled for this one!
A hunt led by a brave BSF officer for an enemy no one had seen. Watch Ground Zero at cinemas near you from 25th April.@emraanhashmi @SaieTamhankar @zyhssn @tejasdeoskar @ritesh_sid @FarOutAkhtar @sanchit421 @iampriyadarshee @J10kassim @vishalrr… pic.twitter.com/aob9uAOGM4
— Aamir Khan Productions (@AKPPL_Official) April 22, 2025
Ground Zero recently created history by becoming the first film to premiere in Kashmir in 38 years — a cultural milestone that resonated deeply with audiences in the Valley. The screening drew emotional reactions and heartfelt appreciation, reflecting the film’s honest portrayal of the region and its people.
Following the Kashmir premiere, Ground Zero was screened exclusively in Delhi, where it received unanimous praise for its gripping storytelling, rooted performances, and emotional authenticity. With each new milestone, the film is fast emerging as one of the year’s most awaited releases.
Excel Entertainment presents an Excel Entertainment Production, produced by Ritesh Sidhwani & Farhan Akhtar. Directed by Tejas Deoskar, the film is co-produced by Kassim Jagmagia, Vishal Ramchandani, Sundeep C Sidhwani, Arhan Bagati, Talisman Films, Abhishek Kumar, and Nishikant Roy. Ground Zero storms into cinemas on April 25, 2025.