April 28th 2024.
During a recent appearance on the streaming comedy show 'The Great Indian Kapil Show', Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan opened up about his experiences while shooting for his 2016 blockbuster 'Dangal' in Punjab. The actor, who was last seen in 'Laal Singh Chaddha', shared that it was during this shoot that he truly understood the power of the traditional Indian greeting, 'Namaste'.
Speaking with host Kapil Sharma, Aamir also touched upon his last two films, 'Laal Singh Chaddha' and 'Thugs of Hindostan', which did not perform well at the box office. Despite the setbacks, the actor remained optimistic and focused on the positive aspects of his career.
Reflecting on his upbringing in a Muslim family, Aamir shared that he had never been accustomed to folding his hands in the traditional Indian greeting, 'Namaste'. However, during the shoot for 'Dangal', he was deeply moved by the warmth and respect shown to him by the people of Punjab.
He fondly recalled his experience shooting for the film 'Rang De Basanti' in Punjab, where he was overwhelmed by the love and hospitality of the locals. Aamir shared that during the two months he spent in a small village shooting for 'Dangal', the people would wake up early just to welcome him with folded hands and the phrase 'Sat Sri Akaal'. They would also bid him goodbye with a warm 'Good Night', showing their immense respect and hospitality.
Through this experience, Aamir came to understand the true essence and power of 'Namaste', which he describes as a wonderful emotion. He was deeply touched by the fact that people in Punjab treat everyone with respect and do not discriminate based on social stature.
In conclusion, Aamir shared that his time in Punjab had a profound impact on him, and he will never forget the warmth and love he received from the people there. The episode of 'The Great Indian Kapil Show' featuring Aamir Khan is now streaming on Netflix.
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