See how Aamir Khan accepted the superstar power of SRK and Salman, and what he said on becoming a ‘waiter’
Two big stars, one ‘waiter’
During the promotions of Dangal in 2016, Aamir Khan honestly admitted that Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan bring a different layer of superstarism to his life than he does.
“When Salman or SRK walks into a room, stars walk in. When I walk in, it’s like a waiter,” Aamir said.
He immediately apologized—“Waiters are great people”—but that statement itself shows an interesting mix of his innate humility and confidence.
Definition of stardom
Aamir said that he has always considered Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan to be big stars.
In his words, “These three cast such a magic on screen that every eye stops to watch.”
Apart from this, he also counted Ranveer Singh, Hrithik Roshan and Ranbir Kapoor among stars who come with a unique energy.
Aamir prefers not to get into comparisons—he says, “I always try to give the best in my line, the grand presence of others is an inspiration for me.”
Less cameos, bigger impact
On the work front, Aamir did a small but effective cameo as Dahaa in Rajinikanth’s Coolie.
The role drew some criticism, but was a challenge and a chance for variety for Aamir.
He will now be seen in the Partition-era drama Lahore 1947, which he is also producing himself.
His story in the film will encompass guilt, restitution and the pain of the country’s partition.
Missing pairing and memorable jugalbandi
Aamir and Salman’s pairing in 1994’s Andaz Apna Apna is still a classic, but after that, the two have never given a film of that calibre together.
Aamir and SRK have never tried their hands at co-lead roles, which leaves a little void for fans.
The three Khans were seen together once again at Anant Ambani–Radhika Merchant’s pre-wedding, when they suddenly appeared on stage and set the stage on fire.
Perspective, honesty and unique identity
Aamir’s candid statements and lineup of small cameos make it clear that self-identity and art matter more to him than glamour.
Even though he never considered himself a ‘big superstar’, his hard work, selective choices and depth on screen have made him such a pillar of the industry that no ‘waiter’ tag will be able to bury him.
