In a candid conversation with Rhea Chakraborty on her podcast, Aamir Khan opened up about his unexpected decision to quit the film industry, a move that left his family and team in shock. The actor, who has been a prominent figure in Bollywood for over three decades, revealed that he was ready to step away from the limelight to prioritize spending more time with his family, particularly with his then-wife Kiran Rao and their children. However, his decision wasn't met with the approval he expected. ALSO READ: Kiran Rao REVEALS She Is ‘Happy’ After Divorce With Aamir Khan; Says ‘This Is A Partnership Which Will Stand The Test Of Time’
Aamir recounted how his family reacted to his announcement. He shared that when he first told them about his plan to quit films, they were incredulous. His family, including his children, couldn't believe that someone so deeply immersed in cinema for the past 30 years would just walk away. They assumed he was being overly emotional and would eventually change his mind. Despite their initial disbelief, they didn’t press the issue, choosing to nod along with his decision. But the real shock came when Aamir informed his production team, which included Kiran Rao, that he no longer needed the company because he was done making films. He encouraged them to continue without him, but their reaction was one of deep disappointment. ALSO READ: Was Finding It Hard: Kiran Rao Opens Up About Her Miscarriages Before Son Azad's Birth Via Surrogacy
Aamir reflected on Kiran's emotional response to his decision. She expressed her feelings by telling him that by leaving films, he wasn’t just leaving his career, but also a significant part of their shared life. Kiran believed that Aamir, who she saw as a "child of cinema," was abandoning not only his passion but also the world they had built together. Her tears and heartfelt plea made Aamir realize the gravity of his decision in a way he hadn’t considered before. Kiran's words struck a chord, highlighting how integral films were not just to Aamir’s identity but to their life as a family.
Currently, Aamir Khan is working on his new project Sitaare Zameen Par. Despite their separation in 2021, Aamir and Kiran continue to co-parent their son Azad, maintaining a strong bond as a family.
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