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Aamir Khan Addresses The Age Gap With Genelia D`Souza in Sitaare Zameen Par
Updated on: 20 June, 2025 06:14 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar
Sitaare Zameen Par
Aamir Khan is gearing up for his much-anticipated return to the silver screen with Sitaare Zameen Par, and his leading lady is none other than Genelia D`Souza. This pairing has certainly raised eyebrows, primarily because it was Aamir himself who launched Genelia in Bollywood over 15 years ago, opposite his nephew Imran Khan in the beloved rom-com Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na. Now, they are set to play husband and wife, a casting choice that has generated considerable buzz.
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In the upcoming emotional drama, a remake of the 2018 Spanish film Campeones, both Aamir and Genelia portray characters in their early 40s. While Genelia is 37, Aamir, at 60, feels confident about bridging the visual gap, thanks to modern technology.
Aamir Khan brushed off concerns about the age difference, crediting technological advancements for making such pairings seamless. “We have the advantage of VFX now,” he explained. He recalled a time when actors had to rely heavily on prosthetics, citing Anil Kapoor’s role as an elderly man in the 1989 film Eeshwar.
Today, the scenario is different. “You can look 80 or 40 or 20 on screen with seamless visual effects," Aamir stated, emphasising that "age is no longer a barrier for actors.”
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Directed by R.S. Prasanna of Shubh Mangal Saavdhan fame, the film is described as a heartfelt drama. Slated for a June 2025 release, it promises to be another gem in Aamir`s celebrated filmography.
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A Surprising Pairing
When questioned about the on-screen age difference in a recent interview, Aamir Khan acknowledged the irony with a chuckle. "Ya, I know. That thought did come to me," he admitted. He humorously added, "But that was a long time ago. And ab Imran bhi kaafi meri age ka ho gaya hai (laughs)."In the upcoming emotional drama, a remake of the 2018 Spanish film Campeones, both Aamir and Genelia portray characters in their early 40s. While Genelia is 37, Aamir, at 60, feels confident about bridging the visual gap, thanks to modern technology.
Aamir Khan brushed off concerns about the age difference, crediting technological advancements for making such pairings seamless. “We have the advantage of VFX now,” he explained. He recalled a time when actors had to rely heavily on prosthetics, citing Anil Kapoor’s role as an elderly man in the 1989 film Eeshwar.
Today, the scenario is different. “You can look 80 or 40 or 20 on screen with seamless visual effects," Aamir stated, emphasising that "age is no longer a barrier for actors.”
Also Read: Sitaare Zameen Par Trailer: Aamir Khan Turns Basketball Coach; Netizens React
A Passionate Return to Storytelling
Sitaare Zameen Par marks Aamir’s comeback after a self-imposed hiatus following the lukewarm response to Laal Singh Chaddha. The actor, who recently took a break for a 10-day Vipassana meditation session in Nepal, confessed what draws him back to filmmaking. “I have a compulsive streak,” he said. “If something enters my bloodstream, I can’t stay away.”Directed by R.S. Prasanna of Shubh Mangal Saavdhan fame, the film is described as a heartfelt drama. Slated for a June 2025 release, it promises to be another gem in Aamir`s celebrated filmography.
Also Read: Aamir Khan and Tamil Filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj to Team Up For a Superhero Film
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