Aamir Khan: Story Over Star Power?

Aamir Khan recently discussed his approach to film selection, emphasizing that the narrative always takes precedence over his character.

He stated that for films like 'Dangal,' his decision was driven by the script's strength and the compelling story, with character development following suit. 'Dangal' itself became one of Indian cinema's most significant global hits, grossing over Rs 2000 crore worldwide.

However, Khan acknowledged a misstep with 'Thugs of Hindostan,' where he prioritized his character, Firangi, over the script, admitting this choice "bounced very badly." He drew parallels between its plot and 'Sholay,' noting it was fundamentally Zafira's story, not his character's.

Further elaborating on 'Thugs of Hindostan,' Khan revealed that script alterations due to casting changes significantly deviated from the original vision by director Vijay Krishna Acharya. He had reservations about the film even before its release, feeling the writing was structurally flawed, a concern he shared with the producers, although they proceeded with their vision.