Mumbai, July 5, 2024 – Junaid Khan, son of renowned actor Aamir Khan and Reena Dutta, is making waves in Bollywood with his impressive debut performance in the film “Maharaj.” In a recent interview, Junaid shared insights into his supportive family and the journey that led to his successful entry into the film industry.
Family Support and Constructive Criticism
Junaid, who is receiving accolades for his portrayal of social reformer Karsandas Mulji in “Maharaj,” spoke about the pivotal role his family plays in his career. He mentioned that his father Aamir Khan, mother Reena Dutta, and sister Ira Khan are his biggest critics but are incredibly supportive and encouraging.
“We don’t really talk about films so much. But I know that Ira unconditionally supports me. I’m blessed because I come from a very supportive family. Also, they don’t shy away from saying it like it is. Even Papa (Aamir) will say, ‘Look, I feel this, but you should do what you want.’ The same is with mom. So, yeah, I think everybody is very supportive and very encouraging even in their criticism,” Junaid shared in an interview with India Today.
Different Acting Styles
Junaid also addressed questions about how his acting style differs from his father’s. He acknowledged the differences, attributing it to their unique approaches as performers. “I guess that is a compliment (laughs). No, I don’t know how to answer that in the sense that it’s not necessarily a conscious thing. I guess as performers, we’re all different. He’s a fantastic actor. A lot of times, between two of his own films, you would not be able to tell it’s the same person. So, yes, we are very different as performers,” he said.
About Maharaj
In “Maharaj,” Junaid plays Karsandas Mulji, a social reformer involved in the significant 1862 Maharaj Libel Case. The film, directed by Sidharth P Malhotra and produced by Yash Raj Films (YRF) Entertainment, also stars Jaideep Ahlawat, Shalini Pandey, and Sharvari. The movie is available for streaming on Netflix.
Junaid revealed that he was deeply inspired by the story of Karsandas Mulji. “He was a real person who in 1862 was talking about those things which even today are happening. It happens in society today. And it happens in every society. And at that time, he was fighting about it. When we didn’t have that much knowledge. So, I found the character and the story very inspirational. That there is a man who had so much understanding back then,” he said in an interview with ANI.
Future Prospects
With a promising debut, Junaid Khan is poised to carve out a niche for himself in Bollywood. His performance in “Maharaj” has already established him as a talented actor with a bright future ahead.
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