Throwback: When Aamir Khan reflected on the failure of Laal Singh Chaddha: ‘I made a lot of mistakes in this film’ | Hindi Movie News

In an old interview, Aamir Khan spoke candidly about the disappointment he felt over the lackluster performance of his film, Laal Singh Chaddha. He admitted to feeling emotionally hurt by his failure, but found solace in the support he received from his loved ones after his release.


Despite being close to his heart, the disappointing reception of Laal Singh Chaddha left Aamir introspective. He recognized that failure offers valuable lessons and pointed to it as an opportunity to analyze and rectify mistakes made in storytelling and execution.

Aamir, at the ABP Ideas of India 3.0 Summit, spoke candidly about the disappointment he felt over the lackluster performance of his film, Laal Singh Chaddha. He admitted to feeling emotionally hurt by his failure, but found solace in the support he received from his loved ones after his release.

Despite being close to his heart, the disappointing reception of Laal Singh Chaddha left Aamir introspective. He recognized that failure offers valuable lessons and pointed to it as an opportunity to analyze and rectify mistakes made in storytelling and execution.

Aamir acknowledged the depth of his disappointment and told his wife, Kiran Rao, about the multitude of mistakes he believed he had made during the film’s production. Nonetheless, he welcomed the learning experience and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to absorb and grow from the setback.

On the topic of conveying social messages through cinema, Aamir emphasized the importance of weaving them into engaging narratives. He highlighted the versatility of storytelling and stated that conveying messages through films remains impactful, even if done subtly.


Laal Singh Chaddha, a 2022 release and an official remake of Forrest Gump, failed to resonate with audiences despite its stellar cast and crew. After his lukewarm reception, Aamir took a break to reflect and recharge.

As Aamir Khan navigates the ups and downs of cinema, his commitment to growth and innovation remains steadfast, promising audiences intriguing narratives and memorable performances for years to come.