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Emraan Hashmi and the 'Ground Zero' team hosted a special screening for BSF jawans in Srinagar. The film, releasing in 2025, is a tribute to the Border Security Force's sacrifices. Hashmi plays a BSF officer in this Kashmir-set thriller based on a real counter-terror operation. Producers Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani aim to spotlight the BSF's unsung heroism.

Key Points: Emraan Hashmi Hosts Ground Zero Screening for BSF Jawans in Srinagar

  • BSF personnel attend special screening with Emraan Hashmi and team
  • Film pays tribute to BSF's role in counter-terrorism
  • Set in Kashmir, based on real-life mission
  • Releases April 25, 2025
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BSF Jawans attend screening of Emraan Hashmi-starrer 'Ground Zero' in Srinagar

Emraan Hashmi and team screen 'Ground Zero' for BSF personnel in Srinagar, honoring their sacrifices ahead of the film's 2025 release.

"This is the first time a film has been made solely to honour the BSF – Emraan Hashmi"

Srinagar, April 18

A special screening of Emraan Hashmi's film 'Ground Zero' was hosted for BSF Jawans in Srinagar on Friday.

BSF personnel watched the film in the presence of the entire team of 'Ground Zero', including Emraan Hashmi, Sai Tamhankar, along with director Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar, producers Ritesh Sidhwani with wife Dolly Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar with wife Shibani Dandekar, and co-producer Arhan Bagati.

Have a look at the pictures from the film's premiere in Kashmir.

In the film, Emraan Hashmi will be seen essaying the role of a BSF commandant, Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey. Ground. Sai Tamhankar will be seen portraying the role of the officer's wife.

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. The film is all set to hit cinemas on April 25, 2025.

Set in the early 2000s in Kashmir, the film brings to the screen a critical mission led by BSF officer Narendra Nath Dubey, who played a pivotal role in eliminating terrorist mastermind "Ghazi Baba."

In a conversation with ANI, the actor opened up about the making of this ambitious film, which is billed as the first cinematic tribute solely dedicated to the Border Security Force (BSF)."This is the first time a film has been made solely to honour the BSF," Hashmi said, adding, "We have seen stories based on the Indian Army and police before, but Ground Zero is a tribute to BSF officers, their courage, and the sacrifices they have made for the country. That, in itself, is a significant milestone."

Describing the mission depicted in the film as a "defining operation" in India's national security history, Hashmi emphasised its importance not just as entertainment but as a source of awareness."It's a mission that played a crucial role in safeguarding the nation. The story deserves to be told, and more importantly, it deserves to be seen," he said.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
What a great initiative! Our BSF jawans deserve these moments of appreciation. The film looks promising too - can't wait to watch it on 25th! 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
Emraan Hashmi looks intense in the stills I've seen. Hope the film does justice to the real heroes of BSF. The special screening was a classy touch by the producers!
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Amit S.
While I appreciate the tribute to BSF, I hope the filmmakers have consulted actual jawans for authenticity. Sometimes Bollywood tends to dramatize real events too much.
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Sunita R.
My brother serves in BSF and he's so excited about this! Finally some recognition for their brave work 👏 The Kashmir setting adds another layer of complexity to the story.
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Vikram J.
Interesting choice of subject matter. The Ghazi Baba operation was indeed significant. Hope the film captures the tension and strategy involved without unnecessary masala.
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Neha P.
The pictures from the screening look so wholesome! Love seeing our real heroes enjoying themselves. Sai Tamhankar is such an underrated actress - excited to see her in this role!

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