Delhi Belly, 3 Idiots and Satyamev Jayate | Raw and Real w/ Aamir Khan | #PGX104

Episode 104 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Aamir Khan, a legendary actor, director and producer, and one of the most respected figures in Indian cinema. He is known for his roles in iconic films like 3 Idiots, Lagaan, Dangal and Taare Zameen Par. Aamir has built a reputation for choosing meaningful stories and delivering powerful performances that leave a lasting impact. He also created the television show Satyamev Jayate, where he addressed important social issues like child abuse, caste discrimination and corruption. Throughout his career, Aamir’s work has gone beyond entertainment and has aimed to create awareness, spark conversations and bring real change.

Recording Date: June 8, 2025

This is what we talked about:

00:00 - Is Cinema Dying?

3:12 - Is Aamir Anxious?

5:35 - What Makes a Story Worth Telling?

12:00 - Does Art Have a Responsibility?

18:45 - Favorite Childhood Memory

22:32 - How Did He Get Into Acting?

26:40 - Aamir on Perfectionism

31:38 - Is He Self-Conscious?

34:22 - His Favorite Movie Ever

36:10 - Sitaare Zameen Par

40:52 - Aamir’s Best Friend in Bollywood

42:11 - Does He Still Play Chess?

43:53 - Is Aamir Spiritual?

45:48 - Advice He Would Give His Younger Self