Mr. Perfectionist of Indian Cinema Aamir Khan married Kiran Rao 15 years ago. But today both of them announced to end of this relationship. Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao announced their separation by issuing a joint statement. Along with this, both also said that their business relationship will continue. Apart from this, both also worked together for the upbringing of their children.
Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao
Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao have announced their divorce after 15 years of marriage. Aamir Khan is a prominent Bollywood actor and filmmaker, known for his critically acclaimed films such as “Lagaan”, “Taare Zameen Par”, “Dangal”, and “PK”. Kiran Rao is also a filmmaker and producer, known for her work on the films “Dhobi Ghat” and “Secret Superstar”.
The couple issued a joint statement on July 3, 2021, announcing their separation and stating that they will continue to co-parent their son, Azad Rao Khan. They also said that they will continue to collaborate on their professional projects and will remain dedicated to their respective causes, including supporting the Paani Foundation, a non-profit organization that works towards water conservation.
The news of their divorce has been widely reported in the media, with fans expressing their sadness and support for the couple. However, Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao have asked for privacy during this time, and have not commented further on their decision to separate.
When did Aamir Khan marry Kiran Rao?
Aamir Khan married Kiran Rao on 28 December 2005. Earlier, Aamir Khan divorced his first wife Reena Dutta in 2002. After that, he married Kiran Rao and together they produced many films. Kiran Rao and Aamir Khan also have a son named Azad. The divorce of both caused a stir in Bollywood.
When did Aamir Khan first meet Kiran Rao?
Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao first met during the shooting of the film ‘Lagaan’. Aamir Khan said this during the interview. He had told me that then Kiran was just a team member for him and was working in the film as an assistant director. Then Aamir Khan did not have much attention to Kiran Rao.
How Aamir Khan was impressed by Kiran Rao
Aamir Khan had revealed that once Kiran Rao called him. This call lasted for about 20 minutes, after which their friendship progressed and Aamir Khan started dating Kiran Rao. After that both of them got married in 2005, then Aamir Khan said that he cannot think of his life without Kiran Rao.
What did Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao say about their separation?
Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao issued a joint statement on their separation, saying that now they are separating–
In the 15 years of our married life, we shared many experiences, in which we shared a lot of happiness. Our relationship has only grown with trust, respect and trust in each other. But now we want to start a new chapter of our life. This new relationship is not as husband and wife but as shared parents and family. We thought of parting ways a while back and now we feel comfortable doing so. In spite of being apart, we will live like a family. We will remain devoted as parents with full responsibility towards our son Azad.
We will take care of him together. We will continue to work together as business partners, be it films or Paani Foundation or any other project we will work on together. Many thanks to family and friends for understanding and supporting our relationship. Without which we would not have dared to take such a big step. Aham prays for blessings and blessings from his well wishers and hope that you, like us, will not see this divorce as the end but as the beginning of a new journey.
Thanks and love
Kiran and Amir