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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Aamir Khan's 'six to seven films flopped in a row' — Here's how he overcame early failures to build a $770 million fortune
Aamir Khan may be seen today as one of Indian cinema's most respected and bankable stars, but his journey to success was not easy. Decades before he was known as Bollywood's 'Mr. Perfectionist', Aamir struggled to survive in the industry and was even called a 'flop actor' early in his career. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now However, what happened next was a dramatic change, and now his net worth is an incredible $770 million, making him one of the world's richest actors. How a Last-Minute Casting Decision Changed Everything The turning point came with the 1990 romantic drama 'Dil', where Aamir starred opposite Madhuri Dixit. Interestingly, this film happened only because director Indra Kumar could not get dates from his regular actor, Anil Kapoor. As actor Adi Irani once shared in a chat on Filmymantra Media, Anil suggested Indra direct a small film in the meantime, which led to 'Dil'. At that time, Madhuri was also struggling, as several of her films were not doing well or were being stopped halfway. What was meant to be a small project became a huge hit, giving new life to both Aamir's and Madhuri's careers. The media's doubts quickly disappeared as Aamir started to prove himself with a series of successful films. A Legacy Built on Fearless Choices After 'Dil', Aamir Khan's career took off as he chose a mix of big commercial hits and films with important social messages. With landmark films like 'Raja Hindustani', 'Lagaan', 'Rang De Basanti', 'Taare Zameen Par', '3 Idiots', 'PK', and 'Dangal', he showed himself to be an actor who was not afraid to take risks or challenge the usual way of doing things. Today, as reported by News 18, Aamir's estimated fortune is more than $770 million (around Rs. 6,000 crore), making him not just a giant in Indian cinema but also a globally known figure. From being called a failed actor to earning international respect, Aamir Khan's journey is a powerful example of resilience, reinvention, and strong self-belief.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Aamir Khan Once Dubbed ‘Flop Actor', Today He's Worth $770 Million: ‘Don't Take Him'
Today, Aamir Khan is not only a Bollywood icon but a global star. His net worth is estimated to be around $770 million, placing him among the richest actors in the world. Aamir Khan is one of Bollywood's most successful stars today, but his journey to the top wasn't smooth. In fact, following his breakout debut in Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988), Aamir delivered seven back-to-back flops, earning him the dreaded label of a 'flop actor" before his major turnaround with the 1990 romantic drama Dil. Interestingly, Dil also starred Madhuri Dixit, who was undergoing a similar rough patch. Despite delivering a hit like Tezaab, Madhuri was also being written off due to several of her films either failing or being shelved midway. Actor Adi Irani, who featured alongside them in Dil, recently reflected on this forgotten phase during a podcast with Filmymantra Media. 'Six-seven films of his flopped in a row after Aamir Khan's first film. He was considered a flop hero… That was the case for Madhuri Dixit as well," he shared. Adi revealed that Dil only happened because director Indra Kumar couldn't get frequent collaborator Anil Kapoor's dates. Indra, who had earlier produced Mohabbat and Kasam with Anil, wanted him for his directorial debut Beta. But due to scheduling issues, Anil advised Indra to take on a smaller project in the meantime and that's how Dil came into being, with Aamir and Madhuri headlining it. 'Anil Kapoor told Indra Kumar, 'Make a small-budget film in the meantime. You'll also get experience being a director too,'" Adi recalled. Aamir Khan himself has often spoken about this phase. At a recent PVR event celebrating his films, he said, 'Back then, actors worked on 30 to 50 films simultaneously… I ended up signing 9-10 films at once. I was not happy. I would go home and cry." He added, 'The media dubbed me a 'one-film wonder.' Rightly so… I could see my career going down the drain. I was stuck in a swamp, unable to get out." But the massive success of Dil resurrected both his and Madhuri's careers. What followed was an era of dominance for Aamir, marked by critically acclaimed and commercially successful films such as Raja Hindustani, Rang De Basanti, Taare Zameen Par, 3 Idiots, PK and Dangal. Today, Aamir Khan is not only a Bollywood icon but a global star. His net worth is estimated to be around $770 million (over Rs 6,000 crore), placing him among the richest actors in the world. From being considered a 'flop hero" to earning that title, Aamir's journey is nothing short of inspiring. First Published: May 30, 2025, 22:05 IST
Hindustan Times
7 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Delhi-based HR executive receives unwanted shayari, flirty WhatsApps from rejected male candidate; LinkedIn post viral
A bizarre job application lands in the inbox of a Delhi recruiter, replacing the resume with romantic poetry — and sparking a larger conversation on harassment in hiring. For college students entering the job market, here's a cautionary tale on what not to do. In a rather filmi (and unwanted) twist to a job application, Ritika Agnihotri, a Delhi-based talent acquisition specialist at an IT firm, recently shared on LinkedIn how a male job seeker sent her shayari instead of a CV — turning what should have been a professional conversation into a cringeworthy episode of unsolicited romance. The episode unfolded when Ritika, after politely informing a candidate that he wasn't selected for the role, received a WhatsApp message that read like a page out of a romantic Bollywood script. "Muskan Ban Jata Hai Koi, Dil Ki Dhadkan ban Jata Hai Koi, Kaise Jiye Ek Pal Bhi Unke Bin, Jab Zindgi Jeene Ki Wajah Ban Jata Hai Koi (sic).' Instead of moving on, the candidate followed it up with another series of texts: "Aap sundar etne ho main aapko dekhne k baad ab tak ni bhul paya mam (sic)" and "You are the most beautiful girl in the world." If that wasn't enough, Ritika reported missed calls in the middle of the night from the same person. Sharing screenshots of the messages on LinkedIn, Ritika questioned how HR professionals are supposed to respond to such inappropriate behaviour. "How are we supposed to respond to applicants who not only lack professionalism but also basic communication sense?" she asked in her post. The post quickly went viral, striking a chord with many HR professionals and LinkedIn users who voiced their support. The responses were a mix of outrage, concern, and practical advice. A user suggested, 'We should disclose their identity to teach them a lesson and prevent them from targeting others. Blocking alone won't stop such behavior. Some may argue that this could ruin their career, but if we don't take action, they will continue to harass others.' Another added (seemingly from experience), 'I usually just let them know, I will be sending screenshots to current and future HRs of their companies, it works like magic. Trust the word.' Some even joked about hiring such candidates just to fire them within the month with no notice, while others urged HRs to stick strictly to email rather than sharing phone numbers to maintain a professional boundary and record. While the incident may seem laughable at first glance, it touches on a deeper issue: the lack of respect many professionals — especially women — face while simply doing their jobs. In Ritika's words, this wasn't a one-off. She also received other flirtatious texts and late-night calls from male candidates — clearly crossing the line between personal and professional. If you're just stepping into the professional world, this is your friendly reminder: a job application is not a dating app. Professionalism, clarity, and respect go a long way — and HRs are there to hire talent, not to entertain midnight shayari.
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bhagyashree shares stunning 1988 sketch of Madhuri Dixit in heartfelt birthday tribute
Madhuri Dixit and Bhagyashree, once peers in the industry, have developed a warm and lovely friendship. To celebrate Madhuri's birthday on Thursday, May 15, Bhagyashree posted a touching tribute on Instagram. A Nostalgic Sketch Bhagyashree's post beautifully showcased some cherished moments with Madhuri Dixit, along with a special sketch she drew of Madhuri over 35 years ago. Reflecting on their friendship, Bhagyashree wrote, 'Madhuri with the Million dollar smile ... wish you a very happy birthday darling. Here's a sketch I had done of you way back in time(1988) little knowing that we would become friends one day. Wishing you happiness from the bottom of my heart". The drawing appears to capture Madhuri during her Dil days, complete with a chic hat, sunglasses, and large hoop earrings. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Upto 15% Discount for Salaried Individuals ICICI Pru Life Insurance Plan Get Quote Undo Recent Moments and Warm Responses The remaining photos were from recent occasions, featuring the two friends posing happily at various events. Madhuri responded to the heartfelt post with a comment saying, 'Thank you so much . Big hug.' Diverging Paths and Enduring Friendship During the 1980s and 90s, both Madhuri Dixit and Bhagyashree were active in Bollywood. However, Bhagyashree decided to step away from acting to focus on her family with husband Himalaya. Madhuri continued her successful career well into the early 2000s before marrying Dr. Sriram Nene and relocating to the US. She made a notable comeback in 2011 with 'Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa' and 'Aaja Nachle', followed by roles in films like 'Kalank', 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3', ' Maja Maa ', and several others. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Hindustan Times
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Bhagyashree shares unbelievable sketch she made of Madhuri Dixit in 1988; superstar reacts
Looks like former contemporaries Madhuri Dixit and Bhagyashree share a beautiful friendship now. On former's birthday on Thursday, May 15, Bhagyashree shared a heartfelt post on Instagram. The post not only included some of their best photos together but also a lovely sketch she made of Madhuri more than 35 years ago! 'Madhuri with the Million dollar smile❤️... wish you a very happy birthday darling. Here's a sketch I had done of you way back in time(1988) little knowing that we would become friends one day. Wishing you happiness from the bottom of my heart," Bhagyashree wrote. The sketch seemed to be from Madhuri's Dil era, wearing a stylish hat and sunglasses with big hoops. The other pictures were more recent and showed them posing together for photos at different events. Madhuri also commented on the post and wrote, 'Thank you so much💖. Big hug.' A post shared by Bhagyashree (@ Fans of the two actors also commented on the post. 'That is one great sketch ! You should spend more time sketching. Seriously,' wrote a fan. 'Rajshri Divas Suman and Nisha in 1 frame. Bas Prem Ki Kami Hai," wrote another. Both Bhagyashree and Madhuri have worked in Sooraj Barjatya's hit movies Maine Pyar Kiya and Hum Aapke Hain Koun, respectively! Both starred them opposite Salman Khan. A year ago, Madhuri even attended the birthday bash of Bhagyashree. While both were working around the same time in 1980-90s, Bhagyashree chose to give her career a break and focus on family life with husband Himalaya. But Madhuri worked for much longer, delivering massive hits well into early 2000s. She then got married to Dr Sriram Nene and moved to US. She returned around 2011 with Jhalak Dikhla Jaa and Aaja Nachle. She starred in Kalank, Bhool Bhulaiyya 3 and Maja Maa and more movies after her comeback.
