Aamir Khan is Bollywood's 'perfectionist', but Gauri Spratt's candid take on his acting might surprise you

Economic Times

5 hours ago

In a candid moment in a recent interview, Aamir Khan's girlfriend Gauri Spratt playfully critiqued his acting, saying 'there's always room for improvement.' Though she's seen only a few of his films, she praised some older performances. Their lighthearted exchange offered a rare glimpse into their relationship and revealed how honesty shapes their bond.
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Not Just a Yes-Woman
In a new interview with The Lallantop, Bollywood's ' Mr. Perfectionist ' got candid about his recent projects, personal life, and took questions from the audience. But the most amusing moment came when hid girlfriend Gauri Spratt , who joined him in the final segment, was asked about her take on Aamir's acting abilities.When prompted, Aamir teased that Gauri hadn't watched too many of his films. 'Meri filmein bohot kam dekhi hai inhone (She has seen very few of my films),' he said, smiling. On being asked directly whether she thinks he acts well, Gauri responded with a sly grin, 'There's always room for improvement.' Her reply triggered a wave of laughter, including from Aamir himself, who gamely agreed, 'I agree with her.'Gauri shared that before they became close, she had watched only a handful of his films: Lagaan , Dil Chahta Hai, and 3 Idiots were among them. After their friendship blossomed, she made more of an effort to watch his work, including Ghajini, Dangal , and Laal Singh Chaddha. She singled out Akele Hum Akele Tum as a performance she particularly enjoyed from Aamir's earlier years.'There's some really good acting in the older ones,' she noted, in what came across as both a compliment and gentle critique.The conversation also touched on the couple's personal journey. Aamir formally introduced Gauri Spratt as his girlfriend earlier this year on his 60th birthday. He shared that they first met 25 years ago and lost touch before recently reconnecting. Reflecting on his evolving needs, Aamir remarked that what he sought most in a relationship now was 'peace'—a sentiment that seems to have led him to Gauri.Aamir was previously married to Reena Dutta, with whom he shares two children, Ira and Junaid Khan. He later married filmmaker Kiran Rao in 2005, and the couple have a son, Azad, born through surrogacy. Aamir remains amicable with both of his ex-wives, often spotted at family gatherings.Gauri's honest and humorous take offered a refreshing peek into their relationship—one marked by playful banter and mutual respect. Far from being a yes-woman, Gauri's cheeky but measured comment proved she's willing to keep the superstar grounded, one film at a time. And if Aamir Khan , known for his quest for perfection, can laugh off a gentle roast, perhaps he has found a partner who's not just watching from the sidelines, but helping him grow—even from the front row.