Birthday throwback: When Aamir Khan's children pushed him to get back to work after hiatus
Aamir Khan, known for his dedication to his craft, took a break from acting to prioritize family time last year. However, his intense focus on spending time with his family, including his children Junaid and Ira, led to a surprising request from them—they asked for space from him!
In an interview last year, Aamir Khan shared how he decided to step back from films to make up for the time he missed with his family due to work commitments.
In an interview last year, Aamir Khan shared how he decided to step back from films to make up for the time he missed with his family due to work commitments.
His hiatus aimed to strengthen bonds with his aging mother and his three children: Junaid, Ira, and Azad Rao Khan.
After a year and a half, Junaid and Ira approached Aamir, expressing their need for independence. They explained to him that while he had been fully committed to work when he was working, he was now focusing solely on spending time with them. They emphasized the importance of finding a balance between work and personal life, echoing a sentiment shared by many.
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After a year and a half, Junaid and Ira approached Aamir, expressing their need for independence. They explained to him that while he had been fully committed to work when he was working, he was now focusing solely on spending time with them. They emphasized the importance of finding a balance between work and personal life, echoing a sentiment shared by many.
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Aamir Khan, acknowledging his children's maturity, revealed their advice to him: "Don’t leave your work, this is your life, this is your passion." This revelation prompted Aamir to reconsider his approach, realizing that his children also have their own lives and need time for themselves.
Despite initially blaming cinema for his absence during the COVID-19 pandemic, Aamir has cherished the opportunity to strengthen his family bonds over the past two and a half years. He reflected on the deeper connections he has forged with his loved ones during this time, marking a significant shift in priorities.
Despite initially blaming cinema for his absence during the COVID-19 pandemic, Aamir has cherished the opportunity to strengthen his family bonds over the past two and a half years. He reflected on the deeper connections he has forged with his loved ones during this time, marking a significant shift in priorities.
As Aamir Khan prepares to return to the silver screen with his upcoming film, 'Sitare Zameen Par,' he does so with a newfound appreciation for the importance of maintaining a balance between work and family life. His journey serves as a reminder of the value of quality time spent with loved ones amidst the demands of a busy career.
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