Aamir Khan Biography
Mohammed Aamir Hussain Khan, professionally known as Aamir Khan is an Indian actor, producer, director, and television talk show host. He is famous for his works in the Hindi films like "Andaz Apna Apna", "Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak", "Raakh", "Rangeela", "Dil Hai Ke Manta", "Nahin", "Dil", "Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar", "Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke", "Raja Hindustani", "Lagaan", "Mangal Pandey: The Rising", "Rang De Basanti", "Taare Zameen Par", "3 Idiots", "Ghajini", "Delhi Belly", "Dil Dhadakne Do", "Secret Superstar", "PK", "Dangal", and much more. He is best recognized for his appearances in TV shows "C.I.D", "Toofan Alaya", "Rubaru Roshni", and he create and hosted the television show "Styamev Jayate" as well as her appeared in the music video "Jab Bhi Chum Leta Hoon", "Phir Mile Sur Mere Tumhara".
Apart from acting, Aamir Khan was an avid tennis player and he played professionally in the State level championship in the 1980s. Then, she became a state-level tennis champion prior to entering a full-time acting career and he participated in an exhibition match for the International Premier Tennis League, playing daubles with grand slam winners Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic as well as Sania Mirza. He founded Aamir Khan Production in 1999, whose first film "Lagaan" (2001), was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, won him the National Film Award, and he made his directing debut with "Taare Zameen Par" (2007) which one him the Filmfare Award. He was honored by the Government of India with the Padma Shri in 2003, the Padma Bhushan in 2010, and received an honorary title from the Government of China in 2017. He first appeared on screen as a child actor in his uncle Nasir Hussain's film "Yaadon Ki Baaraat" (1993) and his adult first feature film role was in the experimental film "Holi" (1984). His work as a social reformer, tackling issues ranging from poverty and education to abuse and discrimination earned him an appearance on the "Time 100" list of most influential people in the world and he has been regularly listed one among "The 500 Most Influential Muslims" of the world.
Additionally, Aamir Khan has been credited with opening up the Chinese markets for Indian films in the early 21st century. "Lagaan" became the first film to have a nationwide release there. When "3 Idiots" released in China, the country was only the 15th largest film market partly due to China's widespread pirate DVD distribution at the time. By 2013, China grew to become the world's second-largest film market contributing to Khan's box office success with "Dhoom 3", "PK", and "Dangal". "Dangal" has also been watched over 350 million times on Chinese streaming platforms, and it became the fifth highest-grossing non-English Language film of all time, which gave him one of the highest salaries for a non-Hollywood actor at $42 million. In 2011, he released his home production "Dhobi Ghat", an art-house film directed by Rao. He co-produced the English language black comedy film "Delhi Belly" with domestic revenue of over US$7.7 million. His next production was "Secret Superstar" earned from the Chinese box off is estimated to be US$27 million.
In 2017, Aamir Khan has published his own book "I'll Do it My Way" which is commonly found in bookstores across China, while Chinese retailers sell merchandise ranging from "Uncle Aamir" smartphone cases to "Dhoom- 3" style black hats. His effect in China has drawn comparisons with previous Indian cultural icons in the country like Buddha, Bengali writer Rabindranath Tagore, and actors Raj Kapoor & Nargis.
As a political cause, humanitarian, & social, Aamir Khan lent his support to the Narmada Bachao Andolan movement, led by activist Medha Patkar, in their actions against raising the height of the Sardar Sarovar Dam. In 2011, he also lent his support to the Janlokpal Bill Movement led by Anna Hazare. Later, he was appointed national brand ambassador of UNICEF to promote child nutrition and he is part of the government-organized IEC campaign to raise awareness about malnutrition. He is known for supporting causes such as feminism and improved education in India and he has been considered to be India's brand ambassador to China by the Indian Commerce Ministry, which may contribute to reducing the trade deficit with China. He is a co-founder of Paani Foundation with Rao which foundation is a non-profit, non-governmental organization.
Birth and Childhood
Aamir Khan stepped into this world for the first time on 14 March 1965 with the birth name of Mohammed Aamir Hussain Khan. He took birth in Bombay, Maharashtra, India grabbing Indian nationality and Asian-Indian ethnic background. His race is Asian. He celebrated his 56 birthday in March of 2021. As per his birth date, his star sign is Pisces. Thus, his religious belief is Muslim as he along with his mother Zeenat performed Hajj, an annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, and a mandatory religious duty for Muslims in 2013.
Aamir Khan was born to the lap of his father Tahir Hussain and his mother, Zeenat Hussain. His father is a film producer: worked with his elder brother Nasir Hussian, who died on 3 February 2010. He has three siblings: two sisters named Nikhat Khan, Farhan Khan, and one brother named Faisal Khan. His paternal name is Nasir Hussain, who is a producer-director and his grandmother's name is Abul Kalam Azad. He is also the second cousin of six-time MLA, former BJP vice president, and current Governor of Manipur Najma Heptulla, who is the grand-niece of Abul Kalam Azad.
Moving towards Aamir Khan's education, he attended J.B Petit School for his primary education and later switching to St. Anne's High School. He completed his ninth and tenth grades at Bombay Scottish School, Mahim. Then, he graduated his twelfth grade at Mumbai's Narsee Monjee College.
Married Life, Wife & Children
In July 2021, Aamir Khan and his second wife Kiran Rao announced their separation via a joint statement. He was a two times married man as he tied a knot with his second wife Kiran Rao on 28 December 2005. She worked as an assistant director to Gowariker on the set of "Lagaan". The couple has one child Azad Rao Khan, who born on 5 December 2011, through a surrogate mother. The couple also told that they would raise their son Azad as co-parents. Concerning his sexual orientation, he is straight.
Previously, Aamir Khan married Reena Dutta, who has a small part in "Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak". They got married on 18 April 1986 and he filed for divorce in December 2002. They have two children: a son named Junaid and a daughter named Ira. Now both of the children live with their mother, Reena. In September 2019, his daughter Ira announced on social media that she would be directing a theatrical production, her first version of Euripides' Medea.
Aamir Khan Net Worth
As of 2021, Aamir Khan has an estimated net worth of around $225 million (1780 crores INR) whereas his major sources of income come from his professional career as an actor, director, producer, & television personality. He earns a lot of money from promotions and he earns almost 300 Crore yearly salary income. He invests some part of his net worth in the education of children. He owns cars of many luxury brands like Mercedez, Audi, BMW, Rolls Royce, Bentley, and more. He is represented by Aamir Khan Productions and production company. He has promoted brand endorsements like Coca-Cola, Tata Sky, Godrej, Titan Watches, Toyota Innova, Samsung, Monaco Biscuits, and Snapdeal.
Aamir Khan Body Statistics
The multi-award winner, Aamir Khan is looking handsome with a versatile actor, who stands at the height of 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm) and he has a balanced bodyweight of 73 Kg (161 Ibs). An Athletic body builds, he has a pair of beautiful hazel eyes color and his hair color is black. Further, his body measurement is 43 inches chest, 15 Inches biceps, & 33 inches waist. He revealed that he had been tested positive for COVID-19 in March 2021.
Filmography
Movies
- 1973- "Yaadon Ki Baaraat"
- 1974- "Madhosh"
- 1983- "Paranoia"
- 1984- "Manzil Manzil", "Holi"
- 1988- "Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak"
- 1989- "Raakh", "Love Love Love"
- 1990- "Awwal Number", "Tum Mere Ho", "Dil", "Deewana Mujh Sa Nahin", "Jawani Zindabad"
- 1991- "Afsana Pyaar Ka", "Dil Hai ke Manta Nahin"
- 1992- "Isi Ka Naam Zindagi", "Daulat Ki Jung", "Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar"
- 1993- "Pehla Nasha", "Parampara", "Damini", "Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke"
- 1994- "Andaz Apna Apna"
- 1995- "Baazi", "Aatank Hi Aatank", "Rangeela", "Akele Hum Akele Tum"
- 1996- "Raja Hindustani"
- 1997- "Ishq"
- 1998- "Ghulam", "Earth"
- 1999- "Sarfarosh", "Mann"
- 2000- "Mela"
- 2001- "Lagaan", "Dil Chahta Hai"
- 2004- "Madness in the Desert"
- 2005- "Mangal Pandey: The Rising"
- 2006- "Rang De Basanti", "Fanaa"
- 2007- "Taare Zameen Par"
- 2008- "Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na", "Ghajini"
- 2009- "Luck by Chance", "3 Idiots"2010- "Peepli Live"
- 2011- "Dhobi Ghat", "Big in Bollywood", "Delhi Belly"
- 2012- "Talaash: The Answer Lies Within"
- 2013- "Bombay Talkies", "Rubaru Roshni", "Dhoom 3"
- 2014- "PK"
- 2015- "Dil Dhadakne Do"
- 2016- "Dangal"
- 2017- "Secret Superstar"
- 2018- "Thugs of Hindostan"
- 2021- "Koi Jaane Na", "Laal Singh Chaddha"
- 2022- "Mogul"
TV Shows
- 2012-14- "Satyamev Jayate"
- 2012- "C.I.D"
- 2017- "Toofan Alaya"
- 2019- "Rubaru Roshni"
Music Video Appearances
- 2003- "Jab Bhi Chum Leta Hoon"
- 2010- "Phir Mile Sur Mera Tumhara"
List of Awards and Achivements
Civilian and Honorary Awards
- 2003- Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award in the Republic of India
- 2010- Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian award in the Republic of India
- 2009- "Raj Kapoor Smriti Vishesh Gaurav Puraskar", an award received from the Government of Maharashtra in May 2009 for outstanding contribution to Indian cinema
- 2013- Honorary Doctorate by Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) for his distinguished contribution to the Indian cinema and entertainment industry
- 2017- "National Treasure of India", an award received from the Government of China in April 2017
Indian Film Awards
- 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992- Filmfare Awards for "Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak", "Raakh", "Dil", "Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin"
- 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997- Filmfare Awards for "Jo Jeea Wohi Sikandar", "Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke", "Andaz Apna Apna", "Rangeela", "Raju Hindustani"
- 1999, 2000, 2002, 2006- Filmfare Awards for "Ghulam", "Sarfarosh", "Lagaan" & "Dil Chahta Hai", "Mangal Pandey: The Rising"
- 2007, 2008- Filmfare Awards for "Rang De Basanti", "Taare Zameen Par"
- 1988, 2001, 2003, 2007- National Film Awards for "Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak" & "Raakh", "Lagaan", "Madness in the Desert", "Taare Zameen Par"
- 2000, 2002, 2007- IIFA Awards for "Sarfarosh", "Lagaan" & "Dil Chahta Hai", "Rang De Basanti"
- 2009, 2010, 2013, 20150 IIFA Awards for "Lagaan" & "Ghajini", "3 Idiots", "Talaash", "PK"
- 2009, 2010, 2015- "Taare Zameen Par" & "Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na", "Ghajini", "PK"
- 2008- Gollapudi Srinivas Award for "Taare Zameen Par"
- 1998, 1999, 2000, 2002- Zee Cine Awards for "Ishq", "Ghulam", "Sarfarosh", "Lagaan" & "Dil Chahta Hai"
- 2007, 2008, 2014, 2017- Zee Cine Awards for "Rang De Basanti", Taare Zameen Par", "Dhoom 3", "Dangal"
- 1996, 2002- Bengal Film Journalists' Association Awards for "Rangeela & Akele Hum Akele Tum", "Lagaan"
- 2002- Bollywood Movie Awards for "Lagaan", "Dil Chahata Hai"
- 2010- BIG Star Entertainment Awards
Screen Awards
Won
- Screen Award for Best Actor- "Raja Hindustani"
- Screen Award for Best Film- "Lagaan"
- Screen Award for Best Director- "Taare Zameen Par"
- Screen Award for Best Supporting Actor- "Taare Zameen Par"
- Screen Award for Best Film- "Dangal"
- Star Plus Nayi Soch- "Dangal"
Nominated
- 2008- Screen Award for Best Film- "Taare Zameen Par"
- 2010- Screen Award for Best Actor- "3 Idiots"
- 2014- Screen Award for Best Actor & Popular Choice Male- "Dhoom"
- 2015- Screen Award for Best Actor- "PK"
International Film Awards
- 2017- AACTA Awards for "Dangal"
- 2017- Douban Film Awards for "Dangal"
- 2001- European Film Awards for "Lagaan"
- 2001, 2002, 2017, 2018- Film Festival for "Lagaan", "Dangal"
Other Awards
- 2001- Bollywood People's Choice Awards: Best Actor for "Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India"
- 2008- Planet Bollywood People's Choice Awards: Best Director for "Taare Zameen Par"
- 2008- Planet Bollywood People's Choice Awards: Best Supporting Actor for "Taare Zameen Par"
- 2008- V. Shantaram Awards: Best Film Gold Award for "Taare Zameen Par"
- 2008- V. Shantaram Awards; best Director Silver Award for"Taare Zameen Par"
- 2010- Annual Central European Bollywood Award: Best Actor for "3 Idiots"
- 2010- Creative Entrepreneur of the Year Award at NDTV Profit Business Leadership Awards
- 2010- Cinematic Icon Award by GQ India
- 2013- Inaugural American Abroad Media Award for "Satyamev Jayate"
- 2014- ETC Bollywood Business Award: Highest Grossing Actor (Male) Award for "Dhoom 3"
- 2014- ETC Bollywood Business Award: Most Profitable Actor Award for "Dhoom 3"
- 2014- Star Box Office India Award: Actor Of The Year (male) for "Dhoom 3"
- 2015- ETC Bollywood Business Award: Highest Grossing Actor (Male) Award for "PK"
- 2017- Creative Maverick Award for "GQ India"
Honors and Recognitions
- In March 2001, he was ranked as the 3rd Most Powerful Indian Film Star by Forbes
- In December 2001, he was named "Man of the Year" by Bombay Times
- In 2002, he was a member of the jury of the Locarno film festival
- In April 2008, he received a "Special Award" from Master Dinanath Mangeshkar Smruti Pratisthan for his services to India Cinema
- In January 2009, he received the "Indian of The Year in Cinema" Award by NDTV
- In January 2009, he received the "Indian of the Year in Entertainment" Award from CNN-IBN
- In August 2012, he featured on the cover page of the TIME
- in April 2013, he was among TIME magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World list
- In April 2017, he received a "Special Award" from Master Dinanath Mangeshkar Smruti Pratisthan for the recognition for the success of his film "Dangal"
- In June 2017, he was included in Reputation Poll's inaugural "100 Most Reputable People on Earth" list
- In June 2017, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences invited Khan for membership
