Aamir Khan's 'Happy Patel' Hits Theaters Amid Poster Controversy for 'Ek Din'

Aamir Khan's production 'Happy Patel' is now in theaters, but the spotlight is also on the newly released poster for 'Ek Din'. Featuring Junaid Khan and Sai Pallavi, the poster has drawn criticism for its striking resemblance to the Thai film 'One Day'. Social media users are debating the originality of the poster and the film's title, with some praising the chemistry between the lead actors. Discover the details behind the controversy and the reactions from netizens.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 16, 2026, 10:44 IST

Aamir Khan's New Releases

Today, January 16th, marks the theatrical release of Aamir Khan's production, 'Happy Patel'. Just a day prior, the promotional poster for another upcoming film from Aamir Khan Productions titled 'Ek Din' was unveiled. This film features Junaid Khan, Aamir Khan's son, alongside actress Sai Pallavi. The poster captures the two actors enjoying ice cream in a snowy setting. However, the poster has sparked some trolling directed at Aamir Khan.

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Controversy Surrounding the 'Ek Din' Poster
Alongside the poster, the release date for Junaid Khan and Sai Pallavi's film has also been revealed. The romantic imagery of the two actors in the snow has gone viral, but it has also attracted criticism. Many social media users are claiming that the poster bears a striking resemblance to that of the Thai film 'One Day', suggesting that the creators may have directly copied it.

Criticism from Netizens
Responses to the poster have been varied. A user on Reddit shared the image, igniting a wave of discussion. Comments have emerged stating that it appears the creators put minimal effort into the 'Ek Din' poster, with accusations of it being a direct copy of the original.

Title Translation Concerns
Further criticism has arisen regarding the film's title, which some users claim has simply been translated from the original. Comments have questioned the originality of the project, with one Reddit user suggesting that it would be preferable for AI to manage such tasks. Despite the backlash, there are also viewers who appreciate the on-screen chemistry between Junaid and Sai.