A Bollywood Blockbuster with Behind-the-Scenes Drama
The 1990 film Dil, starring Aamir Khan and Madhuri Dixit, was a massive box office success. Directed by Indra Kumar, the film helped Aamir Khan solidify his position in Bollywood after a string of flops. However, in a recent interview, Indra Kumar revealed an interesting behind-the-scenes story about a disagreement he had with Aamir Khan over a particular scene in Dil.
Aamir Khan Opposed a Key Scene in the Film
Indra Kumar recalled, “There was a scene in the film where Aamir’s character breaks a stick and then gets married. Aamir Khan did not approve of that scene. He told me, ‘Indu, you have gone mad. Who gets married by breaking a stool?’ We debated this from 9 AM to 1 PM. I explained to Aamir that people would applaud this scene, and my words turned out to be true.” The director also mentioned that Aamir has spoken about this incident in several interviews.
Aamir Khan’s Reflection on Bollywood’s Portrayal of Women
Aamir Khan has always been vocal about the way Bollywood portrays women in films. In an interview with Aaj Tak, he admitted feeling ashamed of certain song lyrics from past films. He specifically criticized songs like Khambe Jaisi Khadi Hai, Ladki Hai Ya Chhadi Hai, where women are compared to objects. He acknowledged that such representations were problematic and that he had been part of films promoting such narratives.
Aamir Khan & Indra Kumar’s Other Collaborations
Beyond Dil, Aamir Khan and Indra Kumar worked together on two other films, Ishq and Mann. While Ishq was another hit, Mann faced challenges during production. Indra Kumar shared that Aamir had concerns about Mann while shooting. “Aamir once told me that the film seemed to be going in a different direction. He was doubtful about the project, but I told him that we had discussed everything and needed to trust the process.”
What’s Next for Aamir Khan?
Aamir Khan is gearing up for his much-anticipated film Sitare Zameen Par. Fans are eagerly waiting to see what he brings to the screen next.
The disagreement between Aamir Khan and Indra Kumar over Dil sheds light on the creative differences that often arise in filmmaking. Despite their differences, their collaborations have left a lasting impact on Bollywood. Aamir’s introspection about Bollywood’s past mistakes also reflects his evolving perspective as an artist.
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