Nandita Das Instagram – Adding my voice to all those who are today wishing Aamir Khan a very happy 60th B’day.
I first met Aamir in 1997/8 for Earth (in India it was called 1947 Earth…we like to spell out things! I think it is one of his finest performances. Even though he betrays me in the film (spoiler!), we really got along and our friendship continued.
Soon after, he was keen for me to do a film with him. I am sure the director, and producer were unhappy with the choice! This dark girl who had done films like Fire and Hazaar Chaurasi ki Maa for this big commercial film. No way! But who could say no to Aamir! I too wqs not keen at all as films wasn’t something that I was serious about. But as Aamir wqs, a photoshoot was organised where I was made to look fairer than him! 😅🤦🏽♀️ After that I was sure I didn’t want to do the film! Even when I meet them all today, we laugh about it! I am sure when they see this photo, it will bring a smile to their face. But Aamir, thanks for your trust in me.
We have met here and there since. And at 60 Aamir remains a grounded man full of wonder and dreams. May all your dreams come true and may you always dream wisely! 😜
Hope you had a great day! 🤗🤗 | Posted on 14/Mar/2025 19:39:06
