Aamir Khan

Aamir Khan Biography – The Perfectionist of Bollywood

Aamir Khan – Full Information

Overview

• Full Name: Mohammed Aamir Hussain Khan

• Born: March 14, 1965 · Bombay (now Mumbai), Maharashtra, India

• Nicknames: Mr. Perfectionist, Tom Hanks of India, Ace of Bollywood, Ace Khan, Mr. Perfect

• Height: 5′ 3″ (1.60 m)

  • Reena Dutta (1986 – 2002, divorced) → 2 children (Junaid Khan, Ira Khan)

  • Kiran Rao (2005 – 2021, divorced) → 1 child (Azad Rao Khan, via surrogacy)

• Relatives in the Film Industry:

  • Mansoor Khan (cousin, director of Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar)

  • Imran Khan (nephew, actor)

  • Nasir Hussain (uncle, filmmaker)

  • Zayn Marie Khan (niece, actress)

Career Highlights

• Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988) – Breakthrough role

• Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992)

• Andaz Apna Apna (1994)

• Lagaan (2001) – Oscar-nominated, cult classic

• Dil Chahta Hai (2001)

• Rang De Basanti (2006)

• Taare Zameen Par (2007, also directed)

• Ghajini (2008) – First Indian film to cross ₹100 crore domestically

• 3 Idiots (2009) – Record-breaking blockbuster

• PK (2014) – Highest-grossing film of its time

• Dangal (2016) – Highest-grossing Indian film ever (worldwide)

International Success (China & Global Market)

• Lagaan was the first Aamir Khan film to release in China.

• 3 Idiots and Dangal became cultural phenomena, making him the most popular Indian actor in China.

Trademarks

• Works on one film at a time

• Refuses most commercial film awards (except National Awards)

• Deep involvement in script, production, and editing

• Frequent collaborations with Rajkumar Hirani (3 Idiots, PK)

• Known for films about friendship, student life, and social themes

Awards & Honors

• Padma Shri (2003) – India’s 4th highest civilian award

• Padma Bhushan (2010) – India’s 3rd highest civilian award

• Honorary Doctorate (2013) – Maulana Azad National Urdu University

• Multiple National Film Awards and Filmfare Awards (though he boycotts ceremonies)

• Named among Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People

Trivia

• Turned down the Madame Tussauds wax statue offer

• Huge admirer of Roger Federer and the Star Wars saga

• Abstains from alcohol and smoking, except for roles

• Was once an arch-rival with Shah Rukh Khan, but later patched up

• Refused roles in Darr (1993) and Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa (1994), later made famous by SRK

• Known for marketing innovations—like Ghajini haircuts and PK promotions

Salaries (Selected Films)

• Dil Chahta Hai (2001): ₹30,000,000

• Mangal Pandey (2005): ₹80,000,000

• Rang De Basanti (2006): ₹100,000,000

• Fanaa (2006): ₹100,000,000

• Ghajini (2008): ₹150,000,000

Famous Quotes

• “Filmmaking is like fighting a war with leadership at the front.”

• “When you need something with intensity, the mind kicks in and makes it possible.”

• “I enjoy the love I receive from my fans and my audience. But I think I know what is real for me and what is not.”

• “A star needs to have style. Unfortunately, I have very little. But Salman [Khan] has it all.”

Aamir Khan’s full name is Mohammed Aamir Hussain Khan. He was born on March 14, 1965, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, and as of 2025, he is 60 years old. Aamir is an Indian national and has made his mark as an actor, producer, director, and philanthropist. Known widely as “Mr. Perfectionist” and also fondly as “The Chocolate Boy”, he belongs to the zodiac sign Pisces.

Family Background

Aamir Khan was born into a film family. His father, Tahir Hussain, was a film producer, and his mother is Zeenat Hussain. He has three siblings: Faisal Khan, who is also an actor, Farhat Khan, and Nikhat Khan, a film producer.

In his personal life, Aamir married Reena Dutta in 1986, but the couple divorced in 2002. Later, he married filmmaker Kiran Rao in 2005; however, they separated in 2021.

Aamir is a proud father of three children—Junaid Khan, who is stepping into acting, Ira Khan, who is actively involved in mental health advocacy, and Azad Rao Khan, his youngest son.

Career Highlight

• Early Career & Breakthrough
  Yaadon Ki Baaraat (1973): Debut as a child actor.
  Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988): Breakthrough film that made him a star, earning him the title of the “Chocolate Boy” of Bollywood.
• 1990s – Establishing Stardom
  Dil (1990): First big commercial hit as a romantic hero.
  Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992): Iconic youth-sports drama.
  Andaz Apna Apna (1994): Cult comedy with Salman Khan.
  Known for selective film choices, standing apart from other mainstream actors.
• 2000s – National & Global Recognition
  Lagaan (2001): Produced and starred in; Oscar-nominated for Best Foreign Film.
  Dil Chahta Hai (2001): Defined modern friendship-based cinema.
  Rang De Basanti (2006): Path-breaking film on youth and patriotism.
  Fanaa (2006): Successful romantic thriller.
  Taare Zameen Par (2007): Directorial debut; acclaimed for its social message on dyslexia.
  Ghajini (2008): First Bollywood film to cross ₹100 crore at the box office.
• 2010s – The Global Superstar
  3 Idiots (2009): Set new records, the highest-grossing Indian film at the time.
  Talaash (2012): Acclaimed psychological thriller.
  Dhoom 3 (2013): Mega-blockbuster action thriller.
  PK (2014): Highest-grossing Indian film of its time.
  Dangal (2016): Became the highest-grossing Indian film ever worldwide, especially massive in China.
  Secret Superstar (2017): Produced the film, which became a global success.
• Legacy & Impact
  Introduced the 100, 200, and 300 crore clubs in Bollywood.
  Known for one-film-at-a-time discipline and perfectionism.
  Revolutionized Indian cinema’s international market, especially in China.
  Honored with Padma Shri (2003) and Padma Bhushan (2010).
  Recognized as one of the most influential global actors by Time and Newsweek.Celebrating Sitaare Zameen Par

• Aamir Khan recently hosted a celebratory bash at his Mumbai residence for the blockbuster success of Sitaare Zameen Par.

• A video of him dancing with guests went viral, delighting fans.

• The film, released on June 20, 2025, grossed ₹266 crore worldwide, becoming one of the year’s top-grossing Hindi films.

• Notably, Aamir plans a unique release model: after its theatrical run, the movie will stream free on YouTube, signaling a bold shift in Bollywood content delivery.

Confirmed Upcoming Projects

Andaz Apna Apna 2

• Officially in development under Rajkumar Santoshi.

• The sequel may reunite Aamir with Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan, reviving one of Bollywood’s most loved cult comedies.

Dadasaheb Phalke Biopic

• Directed by Rajkumar Hirani, this project honors the father of Indian cinema.

• Set for Christmas 2026 release, featuring advanced AI-driven visuals.

Tamil Collaboration – Superhero Film

• Teaming up with Lokesh Kanagaraj for a high-budget superhero drama.

• Production to begin in late 2026.

Mahabharata Dream Project

• Aamir has again expressed his ambition to adapt the Mahabharata into a multi-film epic saga.

• He considers this his ultimate cinematic vision and possible career culmination.

Aamir Khan Awards List