PremiumImran Khan on Aamir Khan's 90s films: 'Raja Hindustani is uncomfortable to watch today'
Imran Khan praised Aamir Khan's guidance but criticized some of his 90s films like Raja Hindustani as problematic. He hinted at a comeback while admiring Aamir’s ethics and storytelling values.
Last Updated: 03.05 PM, Apr 12, 2025
After a nearly decade-long absence from Bollywood, Imran Khan has spoken up about the impact of his uncle Aamir Khan on his career and life while also providing an honest assessment of the superstar's work from the '90s.
Imran Khan's mixed feelings about Aamir Khan's 90s films
In a Filmfare interview, Imran said Aamir inspired him, but he thinks some of the superstar's early films are bad. His 90s films are problematic and have not aged well. Imran said that some material may not be suitable for modern audiences.
He singled out Aamir Khan's 1996 smash hit Raja Hindustani in particular. The actor said, "Raja Hindustani, which was a staggering hit, is very uncomfortable to watch." Many 1990s films are disturbing today because they make viewers feel guilty.
Along with Aamir and Karisma Kapoor, the supporting cast of Raja Hindustani also starred Suresh Oberoi, Johnny Lever, Farida Jalal, Navneet Nishan, and Mohnish Behl. Dharmesh Darshan directed the film. The film's depiction of relationships and gender dynamics, in particular, has been the subject of critical revisitation recently, notwithstanding its commercial success and popular soundtrack.
Bond between Aamir Khan and Imran Khan
Imran, who last appeared in the 2015 film Katti Batti with Kangana Ranaut, says Aamir has had a profoundly beneficial effect on him. The actor feels enormously guided by the superstar in his career and personal decisions. "What would Aamir do?" is a question Imran asks himself every time he's stuck in a sticky situation. Despite their differences in methodology and philosophy, he maintained that integrity and sincerity had always been his driving forces. "I may not exactly approach it in the same way as him," he admitted.
The actor said that first, one must consider what is ethically justifiable, and second, they must determine how to tell this tale in the most genuine and true way possible. Those are the fundamental ideals that Aamir taught Imran, and he still tries to live by them.
Not only has Aamir been Imran's mentor, but his production company, Aamir Khan Productions, has been responsible for two of Imran's critically praised films, Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na (2008) and Delhi Belly (2011).
Rumours of Imran's return to acting have circulated for a while, as the star remains in the industry. Laapataa Ladies was Aamir's most recent venture as a producer, and his past roles as an actor include Laal Singh Chaddha, Thugs of Hindostan, Secret Superstar, and Dangal. Sitaare Zameen Par and Coolie are among his upcoming endeavours.
Meanwhile, fans are eagerly anticipating Imran Khan's possible return to the screen.