The recent news of Aamir Khan not producing nephew Imran Khan's comeback film has sent shockwaves through the netizens and Bollywood. The word is that Imran Khan and the co-producers took the project to a streaming platform which was approved based on the pitch since there was no full screenplay.
Imran Khan made his movie debut in 2008 with the beloved film, Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na, produced by Aamir Khan. He then starred in several other films including I Hate Luv Story, Break Ke Baad, Delhi Belly, Mere Brother Ki Dulhan, Ek Main Aur Ek Tu, Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola, Once Upon a Time in Mumbai Dobara!, Gori Tere Pyaar Mein.
What Might be the Reason for Aamir Khan's Absence from the Project?
Aamir Khan, known for his meticulous approach to film production, carefully curates projects and invests time and resources only in the ideas he believes have strong potential. But as Imran Khan's last few projects did not resonate much with the audience, there could be chances that Aamir Khan is trying to maintain his illustrious reputation.
Concerning Imran Khan's last project, 'Katti Batti' (2015), he mentioned that during the shoot he was aware that it had been two years since his last film. He felt the pressure to deliver a successful film, however, little did he know that this would mark his final appearance before the camera.
In my opinion, associating with a film that may not succeed could tarnish his brand name. As the stakes are extremely high in Bollywood and one misstep could lead to a significant downfall, Aamir Khan's decision is solely a professional sentiment.
About Imran's Upcoming Project
As fans were eager to believe that Aamir Khan would be backing the project, recently clarified the real situation behind the anticipated film. Imran Khan's comeback will be produced by Imran himself, his longtime friend, Danish Aslam, who is also the writer of the script and a mutual friend, bringing together a team whose bond spans over two decades.
The film will follow a similar feel-good theme as his earlier works, which cemented his place in Bollywood. The project is yet to finalise any agreement, as the complete screenplay is not yet developed. Without this, the project cannot receive official approval. Imran Khan and his co-producers have emphasised their decision to refrain from commenting further, acknowledging that there is always the possibility of unforeseen changes. They noted, "The film will not proceed to go on floors until things are locked. Not this year."
