Aamir Khan

Are Hindi films struggling due to quick OTT releases? Aamir Khan thinks so

Aamir Khan said the current business model in Hindi cinema was flawed, as filmmakers urged audiences to watch their films in theatres but made them available on OTT within eight weeks if they did not

Updated On: 11 Mar 2025 | 4:03 PM IST

Forgotten their roots: Aamir Khan on why Hindi filmmakers are struggling

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan on Sunday said the reason behind the success of South cinema lies in its directors tapping into strong emotions in their stories, something filmmakers up north have forgotten. The popular actor was speaking at the press conference of PVR-INOX's "Aamir Khan: Cinema Ka Jadugar", a special film festival commemorating Aamir's contribution to Indian cinema. Veteran lyricist-screenwriter Javed Akhtar, who moderated the session with Aamir, asked the actor why South films are working in theatres, while Hindi films are struggling. One of the reasons also is that writers or directors in Hindi perhaps have been trying to entertain an audience which is slightly finer. They've forgotten their roots. There are finer emotions, then there are baser emotions. Revenge is a strong emotion. "But doubt is a light emotion, it's a less attractive emotion. Anger, love, revenge. We (Bollywood) are choosing to talk about different aspects of life. We're not sticking to the ...

Updated On: 09 Mar 2025 | 10:17 PM IST

IMDb's top star of 2024: Tripti Dimri, Ishan Khatter beat Bollywood icons

The rise of new-age talent with Tripti Dimri leading the pack, followed by Ishan Khatter and Sharvari, showcases how emerging talents are rewriting entertainment rankings

Updated On: 05 Dec 2024 | 10:59 AM IST

Dangal made Rs 2000 crore but my family got only Rs 1 crore: Babita Phogat

Nitesh Tiwari-directed Dangal, starring and co-produced by Aamir Khan, earned around Rs 2,000 crore globally when it was released. The movie was based on the Phogat family

Updated On: 23 Oct 2024 | 4:15 PM IST

Actor Aamir Khan to star in Anurag Basu's biopic on Kishore Kumar

Actor Aamir Khan has reportedly been offered a biopic on legendary Kishore Kumar, under the direction of filmmaker Anurag Basu. Report says, Aamir and Anurag had four to five meetings so far

Updated On: 22 Oct 2024 | 2:55 PM IST

Actor Aamir Khan gets front-row seat in CJI D Y Chandrachud's court

Actor was attending the special screening of Laapataa Ladies in SC

Updated On: 09 Aug 2024 | 10:46 PM IST

SC to screen 'Laapataa Ladies' today; Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao to attend

The Supreme Court will hold a special screening of Kiran Rao-directed Laapataa Ladies for the judges, their families, and registry officials

Updated On: 09 Aug 2024 | 1:27 PM IST

'It can't be a coincidence': Anant Mahadevan says Laapataa Ladies is copied

Filmmaker Anant Mahadevan has claimed that Kiran Rao-directed 'Laapataa Ladies' is plagiarised. He alleged the idea was copied from his directorial debut movie 'Ghunghat Ke Pat Khol'

Updated On: 03 Jul 2024 | 5:56 PM IST

'Boycott Netflix' trends on X ahead of the release of Junaid Khan's Maharaj

Junaid Khan (son of Aamir Khan) is making his debut with Netflix's Maharaj. However, before its release, hashtags like 'Boycott Netflix' and 'Ban Maharaj' are trending on the social media

Updated On: 14 Jun 2024 | 5:00 PM IST

Deepfakes of Bollywood stars spark concerns of AI meddling in LS elections

Both AI-generated videos end with the Congress election symbol and slogan: "Vote for Justice, Vote for Congress"

Updated On: 23 Apr 2024 | 1:37 PM IST

Aamir Khan clarifies on viral deepfake political ad, team lodges FIR

Amid the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, a video of the actor purportedly promoting a political party recently went viral, evoking reactions from the audience

Updated On: 16 Apr 2024 | 10:00 PM IST

Aamir Khan Birthday: Check where to watch the actor's best films on OTT

Aamir is turning 59 years old today. As the actor is going for his next 'Sitaare Zameen Par,' he will celebrate his birthday on the shoot. He is also called Mr. Perfectionist of Bollywood

Updated On: 14 Mar 2024 | 12:56 PM IST

India vs NZ semi-final: Celebs guest list for the ICC World Cup 2023 today

Superstar Rajinikanth and former footballer David Beckham are among the guests at the Wankhede stadium to attend the India vs New Zealand semi-final clash today

Updated On: 16 Nov 2023 | 1:48 PM IST

Sunny Deol and Aamir Khan collaborating for Rajkumar Santoshi's Lahore 1947

Sunny Deol and Aamir Khan will come together for the first time in Lahore 1947. The movie will be directed by Rajkumar, the shooting will begin soon

Updated On: 04 Oct 2023 | 3:02 PM IST

Aamir Khan extends aid to families affected by calamity in Himachal Pradesh

He has donated Rs 25 lakh to the Aapda Rahat Kosh-2023 as a charitable gesture to help the families devastated by the current disaster

Updated On: 23 Sep 2023 | 8:42 PM IST

Aamir Khan to release his next project on Christmas 2024; details inside

Bollywood star Aamir Khan will be back on the silver screen with his new feature project on Christmas 2024, the actor's representative said on Tuesday

Updated On: 01 Sep 2023 | 7:56 PM IST

'That is how you lead,' says Aamir Khan on PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat

It's a very important piece of communication that the leader of the country does with the people, Aamir Khan said

Updated On: 26 Apr 2023 | 3:17 PM IST

PIL against Amir Khan, Ganguly, Rohit Sharma for encouraging gambling

A social activist in Bihar's Muzaffarpur filed a Public Interest PIL in a district court against Saurav Ganguly, cricketers Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya, actor Aamir Khan and others

Updated On: 12 Apr 2023 | 6:56 AM IST

Salman Khan gets bulletproof Nissan Patrol SUV for safety: Details here

The new Nissan Patrol replaces Salman Khan's earlier bulletproof vehicle, Toyota Land Cruiser LC200

Updated On: 07 Apr 2023 | 12:57 PM IST