Aamir Khan

Modern 1984–present

Known as “Mr. Perfectionist,” Aamir Khan is celebrated for his meticulous choices and physical transformations. He champions socially conscious cinema and even hosted the acclaimed TV show Satyamev Jayate. Lagaan, which he produced, earned an Oscar nomination for Best Foreign Language Film.

Honours: Padma Shri; Padma Bhushan; multiple National Film and Filmfare Awards.

Filmography

Recent & Ongoing

2016

Dangal

Sports Biopic Dir. Nitesh Tiwari

The Phogat wrestling saga — one of the highest-grossing Indian films worldwide.

2000s

2014

PK

Satire / Comedy Dir. Rajkumar Hirani

A fearless satire on blind faith and a record-breaking earner.

2009

3 Idiots

Comedy Drama Dir. Rajkumar Hirani

A generation-defining campus dramedy about chasing excellence, not marks.

The 1990s

1994

Andaz Apna Apna

Comedy Dir. Rajkumar Santoshi

A cult comedy that only grew more beloved with time.

The 1970s–80s

1988

Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak

Romance Dir. Mansoor Khan

The star-crossed romance that launched Aamir Khan.

Signature Roles

Lagaan

Rang De Basanti

Best known for: Lagaan · Dangal · 3 Idiots · PK · Rang De Basanti · Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak

Did You Know?

He transformed his physique dramatically in Dangal, gaining and then losing weight for the role.
Sridevi is widely regarded as Hindi cinema’s first female superstar to open films on her name alone.
India produces more feature films per year than any other country in the world, across many languages.
The Filmfare Award trophy, nicknamed “the Black Lady,” has honoured Hindi film excellence since 1954.

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