Renowned Bollywood actor Aamir Khan, often referred to as 'Mr. Perfectionist', has made a surprising revelation regarding his 2014 blockbuster film 'PK'. In a recent interview with Variety India, the actor shared that despite the film's massive commercial success and critical acclaim, both he and director Rajkumar Hirani weren't entirely satisfied with the final product. Khan explained that significant changes were made to the script during the final stages of production, which altered the original vision they had for the story. The film, which featured Anushka Sharma, Sushant Singh Rajput, and Sanjay Dutt, remains one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time, yet the creative journey behind it was fraught with uncertainty.
Commercial Success Versus Creative Dissatisfaction in PK
During the interview, Aamir Khan noted that while 'PK' was a monumental success at the box office, he and Rajkumar Hirani felt a sense of creative incompleteness. According to Khan, the original script was quite different from the version that eventually reached the theaters, while he emphasized that as creators, they're always striving for a level of perfection that they felt wasn't fully achieved with 'PK'. The actor mentioned that even after the film was completed, they had lingering doubts about whether the narrative effectively conveyed its intended message, while despite these internal reservations, the film resonated deeply with the audience and became a cultural phenomenon.
The Influence of OMG - Oh My God on PK's Script
', starring Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal. As 'PK' was being developed and filmed, 'OMG' was released and dealt with similar themes of religion and organized faith. Khan explained that while 'PK' had a unique premise involving an alien's perspective, the thematic overlap was concerning for the production team. To ensure that 'PK' felt fresh and distinct from 'OMG', Rajkumar Hirani insisted on reworking the entire second half of the film, while this decision was made to avoid any direct comparisons or accusations of redundancy in the storytelling.
Last-Minute Narrative Adjustments and Director's Concerns
The decision to change the second half of the film was a significant undertaking that occurred late in the production cycle. Aamir Khan shared that director Rajkumar Hirani was adamant about the changes, believing that the film needed a different trajectory to stand on its own. Khan revealed that right up until the release, he and Hirani discussed their lack of complete satisfaction with the revised version. They felt they had done the best they could under the circumstances and the pressure of avoiding similarities with other works, while however, the overwhelming positive response from the global audience eventually validated their hard work, despite their personal creative doubts.
Current Production Ventures and Recent Cameos
Regarding his current professional activities, Aamir Khan recently appeared in a cameo role in 'Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos', a film produced under his own banner, Aamir Khan Productions. The film features Vir Das and Mona Singh in lead roles. Also, Khan is currently producing a project titled 'Ek Din', which marks the debut of his son, Junaid Khan, alongside South Indian actress Sai Pallavi. The teaser for 'Ek Din' was recently released, generating significant interest on social media platforms. Khan continues to focus on diverse storytelling through his production house while carefully selecting his next acting assignments.
Future Collaborations and Rumored Dadasaheb Phalke Biopic
Speculation within the film industry suggests that Aamir Khan may soon portray the legendary Dadasaheb Phalke, the father of Indian cinema, in an upcoming biopic. Reports indicate that Rajkumar Hirani is likely to direct this ambitious project, marking another collaboration between the successful actor-director duo, while while an official announcement is still awaited, the prospect of Khan playing such a pivotal historical figure has generated considerable excitement. Plus, the actor is also working on 'Sitaare Zameen Par', which is expected to be a spiritual successor to his acclaimed 2007 film 'Taare Zameen Par', focusing on different social themes.