ANA Collaborates with the Hindi film Industry!
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline and a recognised leader in customer service, is proud to announce its partnership with Aamir Khan Productions Pvt. Ltd. (“AKPPL”) as the official airline partner for the upcoming film, “Ek Din”.
This marks ANA’s first collaboration with the Indian film Industry. Since filming began, ANA has supported the production with international and domestic air travel, offering a true Omotenashi (Japanese hospitality) experience.
Junaid Khan, son of Aamir Khan and Sai Pallavi, stars as the lead in “Ek Din”, set against the winter landscape of Hokkaido. The film was shot across picturesque locations including Sapporo, Otaru, Asahikawa and Noboribetsu. A key highlight of the film is the Sapporo Snow Festival, one of the most celebrated and widely attended annual events.
- ANA has signed a travel partnership agreement with Aamir Khan Productions Pvt. Ltd. (“AKPPL”).
- As part of this collaboration, ANA provided air transport and on-ground filming support for the upcoming film, “Ek Din”, filmed extensively in Hokkaido and scheduled for release on 1 May 2026.
- Going forward, ANA will continue to strengthen its brand presence while celebrating and supporting the rich cultures of Japan and India.
Mr. Kazuto Shiba – General Manager, ANA Mumbai: “We are honoured and excited to partner with Aamir Khan Productions Pvt. Ltd. on the upcoming release of ‘Ek Din. ‘ This collaboration reflects our commitment to strengthening ties between Japan and India through cultural exchange and meaningful partnerships.
At All Nippon Airways, we take pride in delivering world-class service, backed by our renowned Japanese hospitality and extensive domestic network. Since 2023, it has been a privilege to support the talented team led by Aamir Khan in bringing this exciting project to life in Hokkaido.
We are delighted with the resumption of our daily flights effective 29 March 2026 from Mumbai to Tokyo (Narita) and truly hope that it will inspire more travellers from India to explore Japan and experience its rich culture and natural beauty. ANA remains committed to providing safe, comfortable, and seamless travel experiences while continuing to foster future collaborations with the Indian film industry.”
Aamir Khan: “We are delighted to collaborate with All Nippon Airways on this special project. Japan, particularly Hokkaido, offers a unique and visually stunning backdrop for storytelling, and this partnership has made our filming experience seamless and truly memorable.
ANA’s exceptional hospitality, reliability, and commitment to excellence have greatly supported our cast and crew throughout the production of “Ek Din”. We hope this film not only entertains audiences but also strengthens cultural ties between India and Japan, inspiring more collaborations in the future.”
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