Once a cinematic titan with a string of critically acclaimed and commercially successful films such as Lagaan, Fanaa, 3 Idiots, PK, and Dangal, Aamir Khan’s stardom experienced a significant downturn with the underperformance of Thugs of Hindustan. This was further exacerbated by the box office failure of the Forrest Gump adaptation, Laal Singh Chaddha. The consecutive setbacks prompted a hiatus from acting for the superstar.
Currently engaged in the sports drama Sitare Zameen Par, Aamir Khan is gradually making his return to the screen. Amidst this, tantalizing rumors of a potential collaboration with the acclaimed director Lokesh Kanagaraj have ignited significant buzz in the industry.
Lokesh Kanagaraj, renowned for his blockbuster films Khaidi and Vikram, has successfully established a cinematic universe that has captivated audiences. The prospect of Aamir Khan joining this universe or starring in a standalone project under Kanagaraj’s direction is undeniably intriguing. This potential partnership comes at a time when Bollywood is increasingly looking towards South Indian filmmakers for fresh perspectives and commercial success, as exemplified by the phenomenal performance of Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan, directed by Atlee.
While the news remains speculative at this stage, the possibility of Aamir Khan and Lokesh Kanagaraj joining forces has generated immense excitement among fans. If materialized, this collaboration could potentially mark a significant turning point in Aamir Khan’s career and further solidify Lokesh Kanagaraj’s position as a pan-Indian filmmaker.
