Aamir Khan, once the gold standard for consistency in Bollywood, is now navigating one of the most challenging phases of his career. Known for delivering back-to-back blockbusters with strong content, his recent filmography paints a very different picture. From Thugs of Hindostan to Laal Singh Chaddha and now Sitare Zameen Par, the decline has been hard to ignore—and harder to defend.
The Beginning of the Slide: Thugs of Hindostan
The downfall arguably began with Thugs of Hindostan (2018). Despite massive expectations, a festive release, and a star-studded cast, the film collapsed under its own weight. Audiences rejected its weak narrative and lack of emotional depth. For an actor like Aamir Khan, who’s known to carefully curate scripts, this was a shocking misfire—and the first dent in his near-flawless track record.
Backfiring Ambition: Laal Singh Chaddha
After a long hiatus, Laal Singh Chaddha (2022) was expected to mark a strong comeback. Instead, it turned into another disappointment. The remake of Forrest Gump failed to resonate with Indian audiences, with criticism aimed at both its adaptation and Aamir’s performance. The film’s underwhelming box office performance further intensified concerns that Aamir was no longer in sync with audience sensibilities.
Another Blow & A Risky Next Move
Hopes were pinned on Sitare Zameen Par, but the film too reportedly failed to make an impact at the box office, adding to Aamir Khan’s growing list of setbacks. What’s more surprising is his next rumored move—a biopic on Ashneer Grover. While biopics have worked in the past, choosing a polarizing and relatively recent figure raises eyebrows. For Aamir, this isn’t just another film choice—it could define whether this phase is a temporary slump or a deeper, more lasting downfall.