Aamir Khan is an Indian actor, director, filmmaker, and television talk-show host who is regarded as one of the most popular and influential actors of Bollywood and is known for his roles in movies 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, and Dangal. He has also received several honors including the Padma Shri in 2003 and the Padma Bhushan in 2010 by the Government in India as well as an honorary title from the Government of China in 2017.
Born Name
Aamir Hussain Khan
Nick Name
A.K., AK, Mr. Perfectionist, of India, Mamu, Ace of Bollywood, Ace Khan, Mr. Perfect
Sun Sign
Pisces
Born Place
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Residence
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Nationality
Education
Aamir attended Bombay Scottish School in Mahim, Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Occupation
Actor, Director, Filmmaker, Television Talk-Show Host
Family
- Father – Tahir Hussain (Film producer; worked with his elder brother Nasir Hussain) (Died – February 3, 2010)
- Mother – Zeenat Hussain
- Siblings – Faisal Khan (Younger Brother) (Actor), Nikhat Khan (Sister), Farhat Khan (Brother)
- Others – Nasir Hussain (Uncle) (Aamir’s father’s elder brother) (Producer, director, screenwriter, actor), Imran Khan (Nephew)
Manager
He is represented by Aamir Khan Productions, Production Company, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Build
Athletic
Height
5 ft 5 in or 165 cm
Weight
73 kg or 161 pounds
Girlfriend / Spouse
Aamir Khan has dated –
- Reena Dutta (1986-2002) – Aamir married Reena Dutta, who had a small role in the 1986 film Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak. The couple announced their marriage later in the year. They have two children – Junaid (son), and (daughter). The 15 years marriage came to an end in 2002, when Khan filed for divorce in December 2002. Now, both of the children live with their mother, Reena.
- Kiran Rao (2005-Present) – After complete three years of filing divorce from Reena Dutta, Aamir married Kiran Rao on December 28, 2005. She worked as an assistant director for the 2001 movie Lagaan with Ashutosh Gowariker. So, Aamir met Kiran for the first time during the set of that film. The couple has one child – Azad Rao Khan, who born via a surrogate mother.
Race / Ethnicity
Asian (Indian)
He is of Pathan descent.
Hair Color
Black
Eye Color
Hazel
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
An all-rounder in his field of entertainment. And, so Aamir is honored by the title of Mr. Perfectionist.
Measurements
Aamir Khan’s body specifications are speculated to be –
- Chest – 43 in or 109 cm
- Arms / Biceps – 15 in or 38 cm
- Waist – 33 in or 84 cm
His measurements do not remain constant and change very widely as per the next movie’s demands. For the 2008 movie Ghajini, Aamir made a spectacular ripped body, but in the next movie titled 3 Idiots, Khan was in a rather skinny posture. However, again in the 2013 movie Dhoom 3, he showed the audience his muscles once again.
Brand Endorsements
Coca-Cola, Tata Sky
Religion
Islam
Best Known For
Appearing in Hindi films like Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988), Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992), Andaz Apna Apna (1994), Raja Hindustani (1996), Lagaan (2001), 3 Idiots (2009), Dhoom 3 (2013).
In 2020, he was appointed as the Ceat Tyres brand ambassador.
First Film
As an Actor
He debuted in Bollywood as a child actor at 8 via a drama film Yaadon Ki Baaraat as Young Ratan in 1973. But, it was a cameo role.
Aamir did 2 minor child artist roles after that before finally appearing in lead in 1984 film Holi, where he played the role of Madan Sharma.
As a Producer
Aamir produced his first film in 2001. It was an Indian epic sports-drama film, Lagaan, where the film was directed by Ashutosh Gowariker. It received the Filmfare Award for the best film.
Aamir also played a lead role in Lagaan as Bhuvan.
First TV Show
Aamir made his small screen debut on May 6, 2012, when he hosted the Star Plus’s talk show Satyamev Jayate.
At that time, he was receiving ₹30 million (or 3 crores) per episode, which was the highest amount to be ever paid to any Indian host per episode.
Personal Trainer
Aamir is a fitness freak. He has shown us good examples of his 6 pack abs and chiseled body in several movies.
For Dhoom 3, he worked with the personal trainer, Gerald Zarcilla. Read his complete .
Aamir Khan Favorite Things
- Food – Mughlai Cuisine
- Hollywood Actors – ,
Source – MensXP.com, InToday.in
Aamir Khan Facts
- Aamir was born in Holy Family Hospital in Bandra in Mumbai, India.
- The Indian freedom fighter, Abul Kalam Azad and former Indian President, Dr. Zakir Hussain are Aamir’s great ancestors.
- Khan is also the second cousin of politician Dr. Najma Heptullah, who was a former chairperson of Rajya Sabha and had also served as the vice president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
- Aamir commenced his career as a child actor, at the age of 8 in his dad’s home production.
- He has a pet dog named, Shahrukh.
- He is a state-level champion in tennis and has played for Maharashtra.
- Aamir was initially offered the role of Rahul Mehra in the 1993 film Darr, which later went to .
- After seeing his contributions to arts, he was offered Padma Shri in 2003 and later the Padma Bhushan in 2010.
- In April 2013, he was among TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World.
- He has also been listed in the “500 Most Influential Muslims of the World” list.
- He played the role of Music director Shakti Kumarr in the 2017 Hindi-language musical drama film, Secret Superstar, based on the coming-of-age story of a teenage girl who aspires to be a singer.
- He has also been cast in the titular role in the Hindi-language comedy-drama film, Laal Singh Chaddha, based on the American epic romantic comedy drama film, Forrest Gump.
Facts of Aamir Khan
- full nameAamir Khan
- Date of Birth March 14, 1965
- Age 59 years 8 months
- Horoscope Pisces
- Lucky Number 11
- Lucky Stone Aquamarine
- Lucky Color Sea Green
- Best Match for Marriage Cancer, Scorpio
- weight73 kg
- height5 ft 5 in