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Mint
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Aamir Khan's team breaks silence after 25 IPS officers visit actor's home
Bollywood actor Aamir Khan hit headlines when a bus filled with IPS officers reached his house in Mumbai. Visuals from outside his house surfaced online, leaving netizens wondering all sorts of things. While rumours suggested the visit was related to a top-secret film project, others guessed it had something to do with his luxury cars. Reacting to all speculations for once and all, Aamir's team revealed the real reason behind the visit. A spokesperson from Aamir Khan's team was quoted by News18, 'The IPS trainees of the current batch had requested a meeting with him, and Aamir Khan hosted them at his residence." This isn't the first time Aamir Khan has met with civil service aspirants. After his 1999 hit film Sarfarosh, which he played an ideal and honest IPS officer, it is said that he became a role model for many police trainees. Over the years, he's continued to meet officers from different batches, sharing stories from his film career and having meaningful conversations about patriotism, public service, and building a better nation. Meanwhile, Aamir Khan is flying high in the success of his latest release, Sitaare Zameen Par. Directed by RS Prasanna, it also stars Genelia D'Souza. The film earned ₹ 165 crore nett at the box office in India in its first month since release. Aamir will soon be leaving for Australia, where he will be attending the 2025 Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) as the Chief Guest. The event will be held from August 14 to 24. The festival will feature a retrospective celebrating Aamir Khan's remarkable journey in Indian cinema, with a special focus on his upcoming film Sitaare Zameen Par. 'I'm humbled and excited to be a part of the Melbourne Indian Film Festival. It's a festival that truly honours the spirit of Indian cinema in all of its diversity and riches. With Sitaare Zameen Par, we attempted to tell a story that embraces inclusivity and neurodivergence with sensitivity and heart, and I'm grateful that the film has touched so many people. I am eager to share my journey with Melbourne and shed light on the stories that matter," Aamir said in a statement. On the film front, Aamir will be next seen in Rajinikanth's upcoming Coolie. The film is directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. He will be seen in Rajkumar Hirani's next on Dadasaheb Phalke, the father of Indian cinema.


News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Aamir Khan's Team BREAKS Silence On 25 IPS Officers Visiting His Home: 'They Requested...'
Last Updated: Aamir Khan hosted IPS trainees at his Mumbai home, putting an end to speculation around a viral video. A recent video showing a luxury bus full of IPS officers entering Aamir Khan's residential compound had sparked a wave of speculation online. From theories about a high-security film project to whispers of trouble with his luxury cars, the rumour mill had a field day. However, the real reason behind the visit has now been clarified — and it's far more wholesome than expected. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Putting an end to the buzz, a spokesperson from Aamir Khan's team shared, 'The IPS trainees of the current batch had requested a meeting with him, and Aamir Khan hosted them at his residence." This isn't the first time the actor has interacted with civil service aspirants. Ever since his 1999 classic Sarfarosh — in which he portrayed a tough and idealistic IPS officer — Khan has become an inspirational figure among police trainees. The actor has reportedly been meeting batches over the years, offering insights into his cinematic journey and broader discussions around patriotism, public service, and nation-building. Meanwhile, Aamir Khan has been basking in the success of his recent release Sitaare Zameen Par, which collected an impressive ₹165 crore nett at the Indian box office in its first month. Directed by RS Prasanna and co-starring Genelia D'Souza, the film has earned praise for its sensitive portrayal of inclusivity and neurodivergence. Next up, the superstar is heading to Australia as the Chief Guest for the 2025 Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM), to be held from August 14 to 24. The festival will host a retrospective honouring Khan's monumental contributions to Indian cinema, culminating in a special spotlight on Sitaare Zameen Par. 'I'm humbled and excited to be a part of the Melbourne Indian Film Festival," Aamir said in a statement. 'It's a festival that truly honours the spirit of Indian cinema in all of its diversity and riches. With Sitaare Zameen Par, we attempted to tell a story that embraces inclusivity and neurodivergence with sensitivity and heart, and I'm grateful that the film has touched so many people. I am eager to share my journey with Melbourne and shed light on the stories that matter." On the acting front, Aamir has a busy slate. He is set to star in Coolie, alongside superstar Rajinikanth, and also in a film directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. Additionally, he's confirmed to headline Rajkumar Hirani's much-anticipated biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke — the father of Indian cinema. As for his production house, Aamir Khan Productions is expected to make major announcements soon regarding upcoming ventures, keeping fans eagerly waiting for what's next. First Published: July 28, 2025, 13:23 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.