Aamir Khan will hit the landmark age of 60 on March 14, 2025. His stardom spans several decades, even though in the 41 years since his first film Holi, the selective star has had only 44 releases. This includes blockbusters like Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak and Dangal as well as the trendsetters like Lagaan and Dil Chahta Hai. He has also romanced two generations of leading ladies in chartbusters, starting from the youth anthem, Papa kehte hain.
We ask a myriad set of film folk from the full-of-beans Juhi Chawla to reticent composer Tanishk Bagchi to pick and choose Aamir’s best… three each of his most outstanding films and songs and the three heroines who suit him the most.
Juhi Chawla, Actor
3 Best Films
Initially, I didn’t think much of Aamir as an actor. But, later, my respect for him grew tenfold… I was almost like a fan. I love many films of his — not just three of the films we did together (Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak for many reasons, Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke and Ishq) but also Andaz Apna Apna, which is my all-time favourite. When I saw Lagaan, I was like ‘Wow Aamir, what a film!’ I admired the way he transformed himself 200% in Dangal and PK.
3 Best Songs
For songs, I will be partial to myself and pick Aye mere humsafar from Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak and Yunhi kat jaayega safar from Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke, which were really nice. I also love his songs from Lagaan and Andaz Apna Apna, particularly Eelo ji sanam hum aa gaye from the latter in which he is serenading Raveena while doing some hilarious comedy.
3 leading ladies who suited him most
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Sonali Bendre, Actor
3 Best Films
Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak
Sarfarosh
Dangal
Pooja Bedi, Actor
3 Best Films
Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar
Ghajini
3 Idiots
3 Best Songs
Pehla nasha (Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar)
Dil chahta hai (Dil Chahta Hai)
Chand sifarish (Fanaa)
3 Leading Ladies Who Suited Him most
Juhi Chawla
Kareena Kapoor Khan
Madhuri Dixit
Shankar Mahadevan, Musician
3 Best Films
Dil Chahta Hai
Lagaan
Dangal
3 Best Songs
Dil chahta hai (Dil chahta hai)
Maa (Taare Zameen Par)
Pehla nasha (Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar)
3 Leading Ladies Who Suited Him most
Preity Zinta
Sonali Bendre
Juhi Chawla
Tanishk Bagchi, Musician
3 Best Films
Lagaan is a cinematic masterpiece that redefined Indian period dramas and made history with its Oscar nomination.
Taare Zameen Par is a heartfelt film that showcased Aamir’s brilliance as both an actor and director.
Dangal is a powerful sports biopic where Aamir transformed himself into Mahavir Singh Phogat, delivering one of his finest performances.
3 Best Songs
Pehla nasha (Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar) is the ultimate romantic anthem of the ’90s.
Ae mere humsafar (Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak) is a timeless melody that defined young love.
Mitwa (Lagaan) is soulful and deeply rooted in the spirit of hope and resilience.
3 Leading Ladies Who Suited Him most
Juhi Chawla — their chemistry in Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak and Ishq remains evergreen.
Kareena Kapoor Khan — they shine together in 3 Idiots and Talaash, with a natural on-screen connection.
Rani Mukerji — from Ghulam to Talaash, they are intense and memorable.
Darshan Kumaar, Actor
3 Best Films
I love most of Aamir’s performances, but since I have to select, here are the three best options:
Dangal
Lagaan
3 Idiots
3 Best Songs
Pehla nasha (Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar)
Aati kya Khandala (Ghulam)
Dil Chahta Hai (Dil Chahta Hai )
3 Leading Ladies Who Suited Him most
Madhuri Dixit
Juhi Chawla
Rani Mukerji
Priya Bapat, Actor
3 Best Films
I can’t choose only three:
Andaz Apna Apna
Lagaan
Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar
Sarfarosh
3 Idiots
Dangal
3 Best Songs
Pehla nasha (Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar)
Aankhon Se Tune Kya Keh Diya (Ghulam)
Tere hawaale (Laal Singh Chaddha)
3 Leading Ladies Who Suited Him Best
Rani Mukerji
Madhuri Dixit
Kareena Kapoor Khan
Sonali Kulkarni, Actor
3 Best Films (I cant choose just 3!)
Dil Chahta Hai
3 Idiots
Lagaan
Taare Zameen Par
Dangal
Talaash
Rangeela
3 Best Songs (I can’t choose just 3)
Behti hawa (3 Idiots)
Jaane kyun (Dil Chahta Hai)
Mitwa (Lagaan)
Zoobi Doobi (3 Idiots)
Kaise mujhe tum mil gaye (Ghajini)
3 Leading Ladies Who Suited Him Most
Kareena Kapoor Khan
Preity Zinta
Juhi Chawla
Tisca Chopra, Actor
3 Best Films
Most of Aamir’s work is fabulous. But my personal favourites are:
Lagaan
Dangal
Taare Zameen Par
3 Best Songs
Jaane kyun log pyaar (Dil Chahta Hai )
Kholo kholo (Taare Zameen Par)
Chand sifarish (Fanaa)
3 Leading Ladies Who Suited Him most
Juhi Chawla
Rani Mukerji
Kareena Kapoor Khan
