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“I do what my heart says” — Aamir Khan (Throwback)
He is unpretentious, straightforward and humble. He takes criticism seriously but doesn’t crave appreciation. His work is scrutinised with a magnifying glass, and yet he gives one hit after another. He rarely gives interviews, but when he does, he’s unstoppable. Like his films, he tak time to think over every question hurled at him. Interrupt him during the answer and he retorts, “Let me finish what I have started, you can ask me that later.” That’s Aamir Khan, a remarkable combination of enigma and forthrightness. Excerpts from a thought-provoking interview…
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