Aamir Khan's Career Resurrection: The Power of Not Compromising

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan, at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, shared his journey of initial struggles in the film industry despite early success. He emphasized the importance of refusing to compromise on scripts and directors, which ultimately shaped his career and led to powerful projects like 'Lagaan' and 'Taare Zameen Par'.

Bollywood star Aamir Khan revealed the struggles he faced in the early stages of his career, despite the success of his debut film, 'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak'. Speaking at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, Khan shared how top directors hesitated to work with him, challenging his initial rise to fame.

Even as an 'overnight star', gaining offers from admired filmmakers proved difficult, leading him to a string of films that flopped, such as 'Love Love Love' and 'Awwal Number'. Reflecting on these setbacks, Khan highlighted the visionary choice to prioritize strong scripts and directors, shedding light on his uncompromising approach.

Khan's decision reinforced his future path, with acclaimed films like 'Lagaan' and 'Taare Zameen Par'. Today, the 60-year-old actor remains steadfast in his pursuit of meaningful cinema, recently releasing 'Sitaare Zameen Par' via a pay-per-view model, showcasing his dedication to quality storytelling.

(With inputs from agencies.)