Kiran Rao opens up about her parents' reaction when she was getting married to Aamir Khan: 'It was a shocker for them'

She also shared that Aamir Khan has never placed any expectations on her, emphasizing that he has always been genuinely happy for her and encouraged her to embrace her true self.

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan got married to director Kiran Rao for 16 years before their separation in 2021. In a recent interview, Kiran Rao spoke about how her parents reacted to her getting married to Aamir and their concerns.

In an interview with ANI, Kiran Rao opened up on her wedding with Aamir and shared that it was a shock for her family. She said, "It was a shocker for them. They were taken aback. In their eyes, I had a lot of promise. I was someone who wanted to do a lot of things. They were worried that I might be overshadowed by Aamir’s larger-than-life persona."

She also shared that Aamir Khan has never placed any expectations on her, emphasizing that he has always been genuinely happy for her and encouraged her to embrace her true self. Additionally, she expressed admiration for his family, describing them as incredibly warm and welcoming. Reflecting on their relationships, she noted how they evolve naturally over time, highlighting that once you become part of the family, the bond remains strong as they value individuals for who they are rather than just the roles they play.

Reflecting on their relationships, she noted how they evolve naturally over time, highlighting that once you become part of the family, the bond remains strong as they value individuals for who they are rather than just the roles they play. "Aamir never expected me to be a certain way. He has always been happy for me to be myself, and that’s one of the greatest things about him," he continued.

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For those unversed, Kiran Rao and Aamir Khan tied the knot in 2005 and later welcomed their son, Azad Rao Khan, in 2011. After sharing over 15 years together, they announced their amicable separation in July 2021. Despite parting ways as a couple, they have maintained a strong bond, continuing to co-parent their son while also collaborating professionally on creative projects.

Meanwhile, Aamir Khan recently opened up about his relationships with both his ex-wives, Reena Dutta and Kiran Rao, expressing gratitude for the significant roles they have played in his life.