Aamir Khan: News

Mohammed Aamir Hussain Khan or Aamir Khan is an Indian actor, director, producer, and television talk show host born on March 14, 1965. One of the most noteworthy actors in Bollywood, Khan's decades-long film career started when he appeared as a child artist in his uncle Nasir Hussain's 1973 film, ‘Yaadon Ki Baaraat’. In 1999, he founded Aamir Khan Productions and its very first film ‘Lagaan’ (2001) bagged an Oscar nomination for Best Foreign Language Film. Later, the 2007 film ‘Taare Zameen Par’ marked the actor's directorial debut. Then, in 2012, Khan ventured into the world of talk shows by hosting ‘Satyamev Jayate’ that dealt with sensitive social issues. Often referred to as "Mr. Perfectionist" for his commitment to his work, some of his widely acclaimed films include ‘3 Idiots’, ‘PK’, ‘Ghajini’, and ‘Earth’, among many others. Notably, Khan is also a social activist and humanitarian who has championed several social causes. His social reform initiatives also earned him a place in the 2013 ‘Time 100’ list of most influential people in the world.

23 Dec 2024

Bollywood

Viral photo sparks rumors of Aamir Khan-Ranbir Kapoor collaboration

A recent photograph of Ranbir Kapoor with Aamir Khan's bodyguard has sparked speculation among netizens about a possible collaboration between the two Bollywood stars.

19 Dec 2024

Anil Sharma

'Vanvaas' releases tomorrow: Run time, screen count, opening day prediction

Director Anil Sharma's latest offering Vanvaas, which stars Nana Patekar and Utkarsh Sharma, is all set to release in theaters on Friday.

19 Dec 2024

Kiran Rao

'Laapataa Ladies' Oscar exit: Ravi Kishan unable to reach Kiran

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences's recent announcement of the 2025 Oscars shortlist has left Indian cinema lovers disheartened. India's official entry, Kiran Rao's Laapataa Ladies (LL), failed to make it to the next round.

18 Dec 2024

Academy Awards

FFI member calls 'All We Imagine...' technically poor for Oscars

Jahnu Barua, the head of the Film Federation of India (FFI) jury, has defended the decision to pick Laapataa Ladies as India's official entry for the 2025 Academy Awards.

18 Dec 2024

Guneet Monga

'Laapataa Ladies' team 'disappointed' after Rao's film exits Oscars race

The team of Indian film Laapataa Ladies has expressed disappointment after it was left out of the 2025 Oscars shortlist.

18 Dec 2024

Academy Awards

'Wrong selection': Netizens slam FFI after 'Laapataa Ladies' misses Oscars

The Film Federation of India (FFI) has been slammed by filmmaker Hansal Mehta and Grammy-winning composer Ricky Kej after Kiran Rao's satire drama Laapataa Ladies was left out of the Oscars 2025 shortlist.

18 Dec 2024

Guneet Monga

'Laapataa Ladies' out; now India pins Oscars hopes on 'Anuja'

The 97th Academy Awards has released its shortlist for the International Feature Film category, and sadly, Kiran Rao's Laapataa Ladies (Lost Ladies) didn't make it.

13 Dec 2024

Lahore

Aamir Khan eyes August release for 'Lahore: 1947': Report

One of the most hotly-anticipating films of 2025 is undoubtedly Lahore: 1947, starring Sunny Deol and backed by Aamir Khan Productions.

08 Dec 2024

Lokesh Kanagaraj

Aamir to soon shoot for Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' in Jaipur: Report

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan is reportedly joining the cast of the much-anticipated Tamil film Coolie, which stars superstar Rajinikanth.

07 Dec 2024

Salman Khan

'Waiting for right script...': Aamir teases film with SRK, Salman

Are the biggest stars of Bollywood finally collaborating?

06 Dec 2024

Junaid Khan

'Sitaare Zameen Par': Aamir Khan confirms release delayed to mid-2025

Aamir Khan has confirmed that the release of his highly anticipated upcoming film, Sitaare Zameen Par, has been pushed to mid-2025.

04 Dec 2024

Academy Awards

Indian artists Iman, Bickram join Lady Gaga in Oscar race

The 2025 Academy Awards are seeing a strong Indian presence with artists Iman Chakraborty and Bickram Ghosh in the fray.

02 Dec 2024

Kareena Kapoor Khan

Aamir, Kareena to grace Red Sea Film Festival 2024

Bollywood luminaries Aamir Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan will be attending the fourth edition of the Red Sea Film Festival 2024 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

28 Nov 2024

Box Office

'Laapataa Ladies' team heads to US for Oscars campaign

The team of Laapataa Ladies, a film produced by Aamir Khan and directed by Kiran Rao, will soon head to the United States for a promotional tour. The movie is in contention for an Oscar nomination.

28 Nov 2024

Ajay Devgn

Amitabh was almost a part of 'Ishq,' then this happened

The 1997 Bollywood comedy-drama Ishq, celebrated its 27th anniversary on Thursday.

27 Nov 2024

Lahore

On Aamir's request, Sunny Deol to reshoot 'Lahore 1947' scenes

Sunny Deol will reshoot for some scenes for the upcoming movie Lahore 1947, after co-star Aamir Khan's suggestions, reported Mid-Day.

25 Nov 2024

Box Office

Aamir's old confession about spitting on co-actors shocks netizens

A video of Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan has stirred controversy among netizens. In the clip, from the 18th Mumbai Film Festival, Khan confesses to a weird habit of spitting on his co-actors' hands.

24 Nov 2024

Mahabharat

Aamir Khan to resurrect his ambitious 'Mahabharata' project: Report

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan is reportedly planning to revive his ambitious project, a film adaptation of the epic Mahabharat.

22 Nov 2024

Bollywood

30yrs later, Mansoor Khan confesses: 'I could've ruined Aamir's career'

Acclaimed filmmaker Mansoor Khan, cousin of Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, recently opened up about his cinematic journey in an interview with India Now and How.

17 Nov 2024

Ajay Devgn

When SRK briefly quit 'Karan Arjun,' was replaced by Aamir

As the iconic Bollywood film Karan Arjun nears its 30th anniversary, director Rakesh Roshan is gearing up for a worldwide re-release.

14 Nov 2024

Advait Chandan

Get double dose of Junaid Khan on Valentine's Day 2025!

Bollywood actor Junaid Khan, who made his debut with Maharaj in June, is reportedly set for a double release in February 2025.

10 Nov 2024

Ajay Devgn

Ajay Devgn, Aamir Khan tease 'Ishq' sequel

Bollywood superstars Ajay Devgn and Aamir Khan have teased a sequel to their memorable 1997 romantic comedy Ishq.

06 Nov 2024

Chennai

When is Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' hitting theaters? Director Lokesh Kanagaraj reveals

The much-anticipated film Coolie, starring superstar Rajinikanth, is currently being shot in Chennai.

04 Nov 2024

Salman Khan

'Andaz Apna Apna' 30th anniversary: Makers launch merchandise, plan re-release

The iconic Bollywood comedy film, Andaz Apna Apna, turned 30 on Monday (November 4). This 1994 film was directed by Rajkumar Santoshi.

31 Oct 2024

Ajay Devgn

Blockbusters, hits, flops: A look at Bollywood's Diwali report card

Diwali, the festival of lights, is one of the most important times for Bollywood with big-ticket releases and fierce box-office clashes.

25 Oct 2024

Box Office

Is 'Ghajini 2' happening or not? Producers finally address rumors

The producers of the 2008 blockbuster action thriller Ghajini, Allu Arvind and Madhu Mantena, have rubbished recent rumors of a possible sequel.

24 Oct 2024

Anurag Basu

Why Shoojit Sircar shelved his ambitious Kishore Kumar biopic project

Acclaimed filmmaker Shoojit Sircar recently opened up about his unfulfilled ambition of making a biopic on legendary Indian singer Kishore Kumar.

23 Oct 2024

Suriya

Aamir-Suriya to shoot 'Ghajini 2' simultaneously in Hindi-Tamil: Report

Ghajini 2 is officially in the works, and with every new update, excitement is reaching a fever pitch!

23 Oct 2024

Chandigarh

Babita Phogat reveals family only received ₹1cr for ₹2,000cr-grosser 'Dangal'

Babita Phogat, the real-life inspiration for blockbuster Dangal, has revealed she and her family were paid a paltry ₹1cr for their story rights by the film's producers.

21 Oct 2024

Anurag Basu

Big! Anurag Basu pitches Kishore Kumar biopic to Aamir Khan

Aamir Khan, who recently wrapped up shooting for RS Prassana's Sitaare Zameen Par, is said to be eyeing a biopic on legendary singer Kishore Kumar as one of his next projects.

21 Oct 2024

Kiran Rao

'All We Imagine' director 'happy' on 'Laapataa Ladies' Oscar nod

Payal Kapadia, the director of All We Imagine As Light (AWIAL), is thrilled that Kiran Rao's Laapataa Ladies has been chosen as India's official entry for the 2025 Oscars.

18 Oct 2024

Lahore

Sunny's 'Jatt' set for Republic Day 2025, not 'Lahore: 1947'

Sunny Deol, riding high on the success of Gadar 2, is gearing up for his next big-screen appearance.

14 Oct 2024

Lokesh Kanagaraj

Aamir teaming up with Lokesh for superhero film? Find out

Acclaimed actor Aamir Khan is reportedly in talks with director Lokesh Kanagaraj for a superhero film.

14 Oct 2024

Baba Ramdev

Chirag Paswan's security upgraded to Z-category

The Union government has upgraded the security cover of Cabinet Minister Chirag Paswan to Z-category, official sources said.

13 Oct 2024

Anirudh Ravichander

Aamir to shoot for cameo in Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' next week

Bollywood megastar Aamir Khan is all set to begin shooting for his role in the upcoming movie Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj.

07 Oct 2024

Rajkumar Santoshi

Aamir-Rajkumar Santoshi confirmed to reunite for 'Char Din Ki Zindagi'

Acclaimed Bollywood filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi has confirmed his next project, Char Din Ki Zindagi, starring superstar Aamir Khan.

03 Oct 2024

Allu Arjun

'Aamir shouldn't have done it': SRK trolls 'Laal Singh Chaddha'

Shah Rukh Khan, known for his quick wit and humor, recently co-hosted the 24th International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards in Abu Dhabi with Vicky Kaushal.

02 Oct 2024

Air Force

Reena Dutta's father dies, Aamir Khan visits ex-wife's home

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan was seen arriving at his former wife Reena Dutta's residence on Wednesday, following the demise of her father.

01 Oct 2024

Karthi

Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' to Aamir Khan film: Lokesh Kanagaraj's exciting slate

Acclaimed director Lokesh Kanagaraj, who made waves with his debut feature Maanagaram and several successful films, is gearing up for an exciting lineup of projects.

29 Sep 2024

Bollywood

John, Hrithik, Aamir: Revisiting the iconic villains of 'Dhoom' franchise

Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor is all set to play the antagonist in the much-anticipated Dhoom 4, reported Pinkvilla on Saturday.

26 Sep 2024

Kiran Rao

Kiran Rao reveals why she chose newcomers for 'Laapataa Ladies'

Kiran Rao, the director of Laapataa Ladies, has attributed the film's immense success to its fresh cast.

26 Sep 2024

Ajay Devgn

'Raid 2,' 'Lahore 1947': Don't miss these 2025 big releases

The upcoming year, 2025, is set to be a blockbuster for Hindi cinema with an array of highly anticipated films scheduled for release.

25 Sep 2024

Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra

How Aamir Khan shaped iconic 'Rang De Basanti' ending

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan had once disclosed that he was instrumental in altering the climax of the critically acclaimed film Rang De Basanti.

24 Sep 2024

Kiran Rao

Chhaya Kadam doesn't mind all-male Oscar selection committee: Here's why

The recent announcement of Laapataa Ladies as India's official entry for the Oscars has sparked a wave of criticism. Detractors have questioned the all-male jury's decision and the Film Federation of India's controversial description of Indian women in their selection document.

23 Sep 2024

Box Office

Oscars: Why 'Laapataa Ladies' was picked over 'All We Imagine...'

The Film Federation of India (FFI) recently announced Kiran Rao's Laapataa Ladies as India's official entry for the 97th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category.

23 Sep 2024

Kiran Rao

When Aamir said he produced 'Laapataa Ladies' out of 'fear'

Laapataa Ladies, directed by Kiran Rao and co-produced by Aamir Khan, has been selected as India's entry for the Oscars 2025 for the Best Foreign Film category.

23 Sep 2024

Kiran Rao

How Kiran Rao selected the young cast for 'Laapataa Ladies'

Laapataa Ladies has been officially selected as India's entry for the Oscars.

23 Sep 2024

Kiran Rao

Oscars: Netizens question 'Laapataa Ladies' selection over 'All We Imagine...'

Kiran Rao's directorial venture, Laapataa Ladies, has been selected as India's official entry for the 2025 Oscars, the Film Federation of India announced on Monday.

23 Sep 2024

Kiran Rao

Kiran Rao's 'Laapataa Ladies' is India's Oscars 2025 entry

Kiran Rao's Laapataa Ladies has been selected as India's entry for the 2025 Oscars, the Film Federation of India announced on Monday.

23 Sep 2024

Junaid Khan

Junaid Khan says he bagged 'Maharaj' because of father Aamir

Junaid Khan, son of Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, made his acting debut earlier this year with the Netflix India film Maharaj.

22 Sep 2024

Chiranjeevi

Superstar Chiranjeevi enters Guinness World Records!

Tollywood superstar Chiranjeevi has been officially recognized by the Guinness World Records.

22 Sep 2024

Advait Chandan

Why Junaid Khan wasn't chosen for 'Laal Singh Chaddha'

Actor Junaid Khan, who made his debut with Maharaj, recently opened up about why he wasn't selected for Laal Singh Chaddha, despite his father Aamir Khan appreciating his audition.

20 Sep 2024

YouTube

Why Aamir rejected 'Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na' sequel idea

Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na, a 2008 romantic comedy starring Imran Khan and Genelia Deshmukh (then D'Souza), has a special place in the hearts of many fans. Recently, director Abbas Tyrewala revealed that he had once considered a sequel to the film, but was discouraged by actor-producer Aamir Khan.

17 Sep 2024

Upcoming Movies

Uncle Aamir not producing Imran's comeback film, says new report

Contrary to recent reports, actor Aamir Khan will reportedly not be involved in his nephew Imran Khan's comeback film.

14 Sep 2024

Ghaziabad

Ghaziabad shopkeeper allegedly mixes urine in juice, thrashed by locals

A shopkeeper in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, was assaulted by locals after he was allegedly caught serving fruit juices mixed with urine.

12 Sep 2024

Netflix

Uncle Aamir's Netflix film might mark Imran Khan's acting comeback

Imran Khan, who has been away from the big screen for nine years now, is set to make a comeback with a Netflix film produced by his uncle, Aamir Khan.

09 Sep 2024

Junaid Khan

Aamir's son to return to stage at Prithvi Theatre Festival

Junaid Khan, who has been making waves in the entertainment industry with his compelling performance in Netflix's Maharaj, is reportedly preparing for a stage comeback.

03 Sep 2024

Lok Sabha Elections

SRK's father once lost election to Aamir's great-granduncle

A recent Reddit post has revealed an interesting connection between Bollywood superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan.

02 Sep 2024

Anirudh Ravichander

Rajinikanth is unrecognizable as Deva in 'Coolie' poster

Superstar Rajinikanth's look from his upcoming film Coolie was unveiled by director Lokesh Kanagaraj on social media.

01 Sep 2024

Akshay Kumar

Why Kangana Ranaut refused to work with Shah Rukh Khan

Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut recently revealed that she turned down film offers opposite industry bigwigs like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, and Akshay Kumar.

28 Aug 2024

Bollywood

Aamir's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' might miss Christmas release: Here's why

Aamir Khan's much-anticipated sports comedy, Sitaare Zameen Par, is reportedly set to be postponed.

27 Aug 2024

Lokesh Kanagaraj

30-years later, Aamir, Rajinikanth to share screen in 'Coolie': Report

Superstar Rajinikanth is currently filming for his next project, Coolie (Thalaivar 171), in Vizag.

26 Aug 2024

Forrest Gump

Rhea Chakraborty was almost in 'Laal Singh Chaddha'—then this happened

Actor Rhea Chakraborty recently shared an anecdote about her audition for the 2022 film Laal Singh Chaddha.

26 Aug 2024

Genelia Deshmukh

Aamir's surprising confession: 'Didn't like Thugs of Hindostan'

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan recently opened up about the commercial failures of his movies Laal Singh Chaddha and Thugs of Hindostan.

22 Aug 2024

Bollywood

'Andaz Apna Apna 2' loading? Aamir's production house hints so!

A recent social media post by Aamir Khan Productions has sparked rumors of a possible reunion between Bollywood superstars Aamir Khan and Salman Khan.

19 Aug 2024

Lokesh Kanagaraj

Aamir Khan-Lokesh Kanagaraj teaming up for pan-India film? Find out

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan is reportedly in talks with renowned Tamil filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj for a pan-India project.

19 Aug 2024

Rhea Chakraborty

When, where to watch Aamir Khan's episode on Rhea's podcast

Bollywood actor Rhea Chakraborty's new chat show, Chapter 2, is set to feature superstar Aamir Khan in its upcoming episode.

16 Aug 2024

Forrest Gump

Why Gippy Grewal rejected Aamir Khan's 'Laal Singh Chaddha'

At the trailer launch of his upcoming film Ardaas Sarbat De Bhale Di, actor-director Gippy Grewal revealed that he was initially approached to write the script for Aamir Khan's Laal Singh Chaddha.

12 Aug 2024

Preity Zinta