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Will Mahabharata Be Aamir Khan`s Last Film? Read What The Actor Said
Updated on: 12 June, 2025 12:47 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar
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Aamir Khan, one of Bollywood`s most celebrated actors, recently found himself at the centre of retirement rumours. The speculation ignited after a podcast conversation about his dream project, the epic `Mahabharat`, led many to believe he was planning to hang up his boots. However, the superstar has now stepped forward to set the record straight, clarifying that his comments were misinterpreted.
In another later interaction, Aamir addressed the confusion head-on. He explained that the question was hypothetical. “Mahabharat is not going to be my last film. Abhi chakkar yeh hain aap kuch bhi bolo, uska wrong meaning humesha nikal aata hai. Mujhse pucha gaya tha aap koi aisi film kare jiske baad aapko koi kaam karne ka mann hi na ho toh voh kaunsi film hogi. ‘Agar’ aap aisi film kare toh. Agar bohot important hai. (The thing is, whatever you say always gets misconstrued. I was asked: if you were to make a film so powerful that afterwards you’d never feel like working again, what film would that be? The ‘if’ is very important).”
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For Aamir, adapting `Mahabharat` for the screen is a long-cherished dream. He expressed his profound connection to the epic on the podcast, highlighting its immense artistic potential. "Material-wise mujhe ek hi cheez nazar aati hai jismein voh power hai ki joh karne ke baad shayad mere mann mein yeh khyal uthe ki bas ho gaya. Maine uska jawab iss context mein diya tha. Logon ko laga Mahabharata meri last film hai. Answer ko theek se sunna chahiye. (In terms of material, there’s only one project I can think of that has the power to make me feel ‘that’s it—my work here is done.’ I answered in that context, but people assumed Mahabharata would be my last film. They should have listened to my response properly).”
He described the ancient saga as being "layered, emotional, vast in scale, and full of grandeur", adding that "everything that exists in the world can be found in the Mahabharata."
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A Misunderstood Statement
The buzz began after Aamir Khan`s appearance on Raj Shamani`s podcast. When asked about a film project so fulfilling it might make him feel like there`s nothing left to do, Aamir pointed to `Mahabharat`. This statement was quickly picked up, sparking widespread talk of his impending retirement.In another later interaction, Aamir addressed the confusion head-on. He explained that the question was hypothetical. “Mahabharat is not going to be my last film. Abhi chakkar yeh hain aap kuch bhi bolo, uska wrong meaning humesha nikal aata hai. Mujhse pucha gaya tha aap koi aisi film kare jiske baad aapko koi kaam karne ka mann hi na ho toh voh kaunsi film hogi. ‘Agar’ aap aisi film kare toh. Agar bohot important hai. (The thing is, whatever you say always gets misconstrued. I was asked: if you were to make a film so powerful that afterwards you’d never feel like working again, what film would that be? The ‘if’ is very important).”
Also Read: Aamir Khan Shares Filming Updates of His Next Movie With Lokesh Kanagaraj
For Aamir, adapting `Mahabharat` for the screen is a long-cherished dream. He expressed his profound connection to the epic on the podcast, highlighting its immense artistic potential. "Material-wise mujhe ek hi cheez nazar aati hai jismein voh power hai ki joh karne ke baad shayad mere mann mein yeh khyal uthe ki bas ho gaya. Maine uska jawab iss context mein diya tha. Logon ko laga Mahabharata meri last film hai. Answer ko theek se sunna chahiye. (In terms of material, there’s only one project I can think of that has the power to make me feel ‘that’s it—my work here is done.’ I answered in that context, but people assumed Mahabharata would be my last film. They should have listened to my response properly).”
He described the ancient saga as being "layered, emotional, vast in scale, and full of grandeur", adding that "everything that exists in the world can be found in the Mahabharata."
Also Read: Dadasaheb Phalke Biopic: Aamir Khan and Rajkumar Hirani to Reunite Again
What`s Next for Aamir?
Far from retiring, Aamir Khan is actively preparing for his next release, `Sitaare Zameen Par`. Directed by RS Prasanna, the film is a spiritual sequel to his 2007 blockbuster `Taare Zameen Par` and an official remake of the Spanish film `Campeones`. The movie is set to hit theatres on June 20. With new projects on the horizon, fans can rest assured that Aamir Khan’s journey in cinema is far from over.ADVERTISEMENT
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