Aamir Khan, popularly known as Mr. Perfectionist, has spent more than three decades at the heart of Bollywood, building one of the most respected careers in Indian cinema. From his romantic debut in the late 1980s to his latest release, Sitaare Zameen Par (2025), he has earned a reputation as an actor, producer and filmmaker who puts story and substance first.
Born on March 14, 1965, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, Aamir Khan is 61 years old today. This biography covers his age and birth date, his rise through the 1990s, landmark films from Lagaan to Dangal, his recent work, major awards and some lesser-known facts about the star.
Image: Bollywood Hungama via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY 3.0 — Aamir Khan at the opening of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre, 7 Apr 2024.
Early Life
Aamir Khan was born on March 14, 1965, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, into a family with deep roots in the Hindi film industry. His father, Tahir Hussain, was a producer and director, and his uncle, Nasir Hussain, was a noted producer and director as well. His brother, Faisal Khan, is also an actor. Growing up around film sets, Aamir was exposed to cinema from an early age, and his early chocolate-hero image even earned him the nickname "Choco Boy".
Career
Aamir's rise began with Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988), which won him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut. Through the 1990s he delivered hits like Dil (1990) and Raja Hindustani (1996), the latter earning him the Filmfare Award for Best Actor. He rose in the same era as fellow superstars of his generation — readers can also enjoy our Salman Khan biography for the story of one of his most famous contemporaries.
The turning point came with Lagaan (2001), produced by his own banner, Aamir Khan Productions. The film earned India an Oscar nomination for Best Foreign Language Film and put Indian cinema firmly on the world map. The 2000s and 2010s then brought a remarkable run of blockbusters: Rang De Basanti (2006), Ghajini (2008), 3 Idiots (2009), PK (2014) and Dangal (2016). His powerful performance in Dangal won him a second Filmfare Award for Best Actor. He also stepped behind the camera to direct Taare Zameen Par (2007), his acclaimed directorial debut.
Recent Work (2024–2026)
After Laal Singh Chaddha (2022), Aamir returned to the big screen with Sitaare Zameen Par (2025), co-starring Genelia Deshmukh, as announced in the film's official trailer from @AamirKhanTalkies. Looking ahead, he is reportedly preparing a large-scale Mahabharata film project, though according to reports its status remains unconfirmed. In his personal life, he introduced Gauri Spratt at his 60th birthday celebration in 2025 — a widely reported moment, according to reports.
Facts
Beyond the screen, Aamir is known by the nicknames Mr. Perfectionist and Choco Boy. The Government of India honoured him with the Padma Shri in 2003 and the Padma Bhushan in 2010. He is the father of three children — Junaid, Ira and Azad Rao Khan — hosted the television talk show Satyamev Jayate, and founded Aamir Khan Productions, the banner behind many of his landmark films. Like his peers who defined an era of Hindi cinema, his journey continues to inspire new generations; also read our Shah Rukh Khan biography.
Watch the Official Video
Watch the official trailer of Sitaare Zameen Par below, released by @AamirKhanTalkies:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aamir Khan's age and birth date?
Aamir Khan is 61 years old. He was born on March 14, 1965, in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
What are Aamir Khan's most famous movies?
His most famous movies include Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak, Dil, Raja Hindustani, Lagaan, Rang De Basanti, Taare Zameen Par, Ghajini, 3 Idiots, PK, Dangal and Sitaare Zameen Par.
Who is Aamir Khan's girlfriend?
According to reports, Aamir Khan introduced Gauri Spratt at his 60th birthday celebration in 2025.
What is Aamir Khan's next film?
According to reports, Aamir is preparing a Mahabharata film project, though its status is currently unconfirmed.
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