Aamir Khan’s son, Junaid Khan, made his acting debut in the period-drama Maharaj earlier this year. He has an exciting lineup of projects, including Loveyapa with Khushi Kapoor and Ek Din with Sai Pallavi, set for 2025. Junaid recently shared his excitement and high hopes for these films.
In a recent interview with Hindustan Times, Junaid looked back on his busy year in 2024. He mentioned that he had completed filming Loveyapa with Khushi Kapoor, directed by Advait Chandan, which will release in February.He also shared that another untitled film with Sai Pallavi, produced by his father, will be released in 2025. He expressed his excitement and optimism for both projects.
His upcoming projects are both romantic films set for theatrical releases. However, he believes that the medium, whether theater or OTT, doesn’t matter much. He pointed out that the pressure is more on the producer than the actor and emphasized that actors and filmmakers should always give their best, regardless of the platform. He also mentioned being open to exploring all mediums.
Khan shared that he prefers watching long-format content over short-format and expressed an interest in doing a series in the future. He also teased his fans by revealing that he has received offers for a few upcoming projects but chose not to disclose details until filming begins.
Junaid Khanfurther describes himself as a “theater person” with a deep passion for theater and stage performances. He believes that acting is a craft, and the more experience you gain, the better you become at it, highlighting theater as a great learning experience.
He finds excitement in the live feedback from the audience, as he thrives on their energy. He believes it’s easy to tell if the audience is enjoying the performance in real time. He also shared that his father, Aamir Khan, did stage performances in the 80s.
In a recent conversation with PTI, Junaid Khan was asked about the pressure of being compared to his father, Aamir Khan. He shared that it hasn’t happened yet, as he and his father are physically different and likely to portray different kinds of characters. He also mentioned that it hasn’t bothered him.
