Earlier this week, the first look of Sarzameen was released, and Ibrahim Ali Khan`s rugged avatar in the first look has already created interest among fans on social media. Now, the makers have unveiled the trailer of the patriotic drama, which also stars Kajol and Prithviraj Sukumaran in pivotal roles. The trailer highlights the crisis that this army family has to confront when their son dares to go against his father.
Sarzameen trailer
The trailer for Sarzameen was released today, and it shares a glimpse of a complex, intense and gripping tale of duty, identity and emotional conflicts. The film is all set to release on July 25 on JioHotstar, and stars Prithviraj Sukumaran as Vijay Menon, who is a man stuck between a father’s love and a soldier’s duty. Meanwhile, Kajol as Meher, portrays a mother who fights against all odds to keep her family intact. Ibrahim Ali Khan plays Harman, a vulnerable young man caught at a crossroads. Notably, the film marks the feature directorial debut of Kayoze Irani while being produced by Hiroo Yash Johar, Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla, and Apoorva Mehta under the banner of Dharma Productions.
Sarzameen is a tribute to the spirit of the nation, as it explores themes of sacrifice, fractured loyalties, and the emotional weight of choosing between blood ties and a higher calling. The trio bring to life a family which is torn apart by the secrets of the past.
What the team says
Talking about the film, director Kayoze Irani said, “Sarzameen is my first feature film as a director and I am incredibly proud of it. This story came to me like a whisper and quickly became a roar I couldn’t ignore. It’s emotional, it’s intense, and it asks big questions but at its heart, it’s about love, identity, and finding your place in a messy world. It is resonant of the world today and it captures the complexity of it. Directing Kajol Ma’am, Prithviraj Sir and Ibrahim was a surreal experience, they brought so much vulnerability to their characters and that made all the difference.”
On the other hand, Prithviraj Sukumaran said, “ From the moment I read the script of Sarzameen, I knew this was a character I needed to play. It’s layered, intense, and speaks to the emotional cost of choices we make in the name of duty and love. Playing this character pushed me in ways I hadn’t expected—it challenged my convictions and made me reflect on the weight of silence, loyalty, and truth. I’m proud to be part of something so raw, real, and resonant. I also had the incredible opportunity of working with Kajol, who’s such a powerful actor, and Ibrahim is a gem in the making. I truly hope Sarzameen strikes a chord with the hearts of the audiences. ”
Kajol noted, “Sarzameen called for an emotional depth that really intrigued me as an actor. The role resonated with me on a very personal level. I was happy to see Ibrahim bring to life such a complex character and I am very excited for him. My character in Sarzmeen has so many layers, she is the emotional core of the story and Kayoze’s vision has portrayed it on screen in a compelling way. I am looking forward to the release of the film ”
Ibrahim Ali Khan expressed his excitement, saying, “ Sarzameen is an emotional milestone I’ll carry forever. It challenged me in ways I never imagined, not just as an actor, but as a person too. My character is torn between love, loyalty, and truth, and navigating that emotional spectrum was the most intense learning curve. It was a treasure trove to see Kajol Ma’am and Prithviraj Sir in action, they are so gracious and effortless in their art and this pushed me to put my best foot forward. Kayoze too pushed me in all the right ways, he demanded depth, stillness, and vulnerability. I have put my heart and soul into Sarzameen and I hope the audiences enjoy watching the film. Stories like Sarzameen deserve to be seen and felt by everyone, everywhere .”
Sarzameen releases on JioHotstar on 25th July, 2025 and will be available on JioHotstar in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada.