Here's why a bus full of IPS officers visited Aamir Khan at his Bandra home
Interestingly, Khan has been meeting with batches of IPS trainees over the years. His 1999 film 'Sarfarosh'- in which he portrayed an honest and sharp-witted cop - has had a lasting impact, prompting many young officers to express their admiration for the actor.Watch the viral video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani)Khan, who recently returned to the big screen with 'Sitaare Zameen Par', has been hosting several special screenings of the film. The movie has been well-received and has reportedly grossed around Rs 165 crore at the Indian box office. An announcement regarding upcoming projects under Aamir Khan Productions is also expected soon.On the acting front, Khan will next be seen in 'Coolie' alongside Rajinikanth, and is also set to work with director Lokesh Kanagaraj on a new film.Meanwhile, he is gearing up for his appearance as Chief Guest at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025. The festival, scheduled from August 14 to 24, will honour Khan's legacy with a retrospective of his work, including a spotlight on 'Sitaare Zameen Par'.- EndsTrending Reel
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