🎬 Aamir Khan: Biography
Full Name: Mohammed Aamir Hussain Khan
Date of Birth: March 14, 1965
Place of Birth: Mumbai (formerly Bombay), India
Profession: Actor, Filmmaker, Producer, Television Host
Years Active: 1984–present
Awards: Padma Shri (2003), Padma Bhushan (2010), 9 Filmfare Awards, 4 National Film Awards, AACTA Award
Notable Alias: "Mr. Perfectionist"
Family: Father: Tahir Hussain (Film Producer); Uncle: Nasir Hussain (Filmmaker); Children: Junaid Khan, Ira Khan, Azad Rao Khan
Education: Narsee Monjee College, Mumbai
Charitable Work: Founder of Paani Foundation; Host of 'Satyamev Jayate' (2012–2014)
Recent Work: Upcoming film 'Sitaare Zameen Par' scheduled for release on June 20, 2025 (en.wikipedia.org, britannica.com, en.wikipedia.org, en.wikipedia.org, en.wikipedia.org)
🎥 Filmography Table
| Year | Title | Role/Contribution | Genre/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Holi | Actor | Experimental drama |
| 1988 | Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak | Lead Actor | Breakthrough film; romantic drama |
| 1990 | Dil | Lead Actor | Romantic drama |
| 1992 | Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar | Lead Actor | Coming-of-age sports drama |
| 1995 | Rangeela | Lead Actor | Romantic musical |
| 1996 | Raja Hindustani | Lead Actor | Romantic drama; Filmfare Best Actor award |
| 1999 | Sarfarosh | Lead Actor | Action drama |
| 2001 | Lagaan | Lead Actor | Period sports drama; Academy Award nominee |
| 2001 | Dil Chahta Hai | Actor (Cameo) | Ensemble drama |
| 2003 | Mangal Pandey: The Rising | Lead Actor | Historical drama |
| 2006 | Fanaa | Lead Actor | Romantic thriller |
| 2007 | Taare Zameen Par | Director, Actor | Drama on dyslexia; National Film Award |
| 2008 | Ghajini | Lead Actor | Thriller; commercial success |
| 2009 | 3 Idiots | Lead Actor | Comedy-drama; global hit |
| 2010 | Dhobi Ghat | Director, Actor | Art film |
| 2012 | Talaash: The Answer Lies Within | Lead Actor | Mystery thriller |
| 2013 | Dhoom 3 | Lead Actor (Dual Role) | Action; highest-grossing Indian film at release |
| 2014 | PK | Lead Actor | Satirical comedy; box office success |
| 2016 | Dangal | Lead Actor | Biographical sports drama; global success |
| 2018 | Thugs of Hindostan | Lead Actor | Period action; commercial failure |
| 2022 | Laal Singh Chaddha | Lead Actor | Remake of 'Forrest Gump'; commercial failure |
| 2025 | Sitaare Zameen Par | Lead Actor, Producer | Sports comedy-drama; release on June 20, 2025 |
📰 Recent Developments
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Upcoming Film: Aamir Khan's latest project, Sitaare Zameen Par, is set to release on June 20, 2025. The film is a Hindi-language sports comedy-drama directed by R. S. Prasanna and is a spiritual successor to his 2007 film Taare Zameen Par. It stars Khan alongside Genelia Deshmukh and is an official remake of the 2018 Spanish film Champions. The story follows a suspended basketball coach who is assigned community service to train a team of players with disabilities for a tournament .
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Personal Struggles: Despite being born into a film-centric family, Aamir Khan faced strong opposition from his father, Tahir Hussain, regarding his pursuit of acting. His father viewed the film industry as unstable and discouraged his children from joining it. This opposition almost led Khan to abandon his acting aspirations .(en.wikipedia.org, economictimes.indiatimes.com)
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Financial Challenges: During his childhood, Aamir Khan's family faced significant financial difficulties. His father struggled to make ends meet in the unpredictable film industry, leading to periods without a steady income. To support his family, Khan participated in tennis tournaments and gave his prize money to his mother to buy clothes and shoes .(timesofindia.indiatimes.com)
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