Did you know? Aamir Khan was once rejected by Kiran Rao... for being Aamir Khan!

Aamir Khan has frequently spoken about how his former wife, filmmaker Kiran Rao, turned him down for a role in his own production, Laapataa Ladies. The actor had even auditioned for the part of Sub-Inspector Shyam Manohar, but Kiran ultimately decided that Ravi Kishan was a better fit. Recently, a clip from Aamir’s audition made its way onto social media, igniting a debate among viewers.

The footage, which Aamir uploaded on his newly launched YouTube channel, shows him dressed as a village policeman, chewing betel leaf while delivering his lines in a regional accent. In the film, this humorous character undergoes significant development as the story progresses. Many fans supported Kiran’s decision, applauding Aamir for recognizing that the role suited Ravi Kishan better and stepping aside.

One viewer remarked, “Ram Gopal Varma once said, ‘Casting the right actor is half the battle won.’ Watching this, I completely agree. Say what you will about Aamir, but at least he has the self-awareness that others, like Salman Khan, lack.” Another user echoed similar sentiments, stating, “Nope… rejecting him was the right choice, both by Kiran and himself. Ravi Kishan fit the role perfectly. If Aamir really wanted to play the character, he should have done extensive preparation and worked with a dialect coach. But let’s be honest, he looks too polished to convincingly portray a rural cop. Ravi Kishan, on the other hand, comes across as authentic.”

During a discussion at the Asian World Film Festival, Aamir and Kiran reflected