Zeenat Aman's son Zahaan Khan on growing up with mother’s fame: She values her privacy, I’ve been very cognizant of that

Zeenat Aman's son Zahaan Khan on growing up with mother’s fame: She values her privacy, and I’ve been very cognizant of that

In an exclusive and deeply personal interview with Vogue India, Zahaan Khan opens up about his much-anticipated fashion debut, his many creative pursuits, and the unique challenges and privileges of growing up as the son of legendary actress Zeenat Aman. The 22 May 2025 feature, penned by Saachi Gupta, presents Zahaan not just as a celebrity kid, but as a multifaceted talent carving a distinct identity for himself.

Described as a “musician, chef, gym bro, cat dad and also a model,” Zahaan embodies the new-age multi-hyphenate. Yet despite the glamour surrounding him, he carries a sense of groundedness — likely shaped by witnessing firsthand the price of fame through his mother’s experience.

“Having seen his mother subjected to the intense scrutiny that comes with fame, he is generally more cautious about what he shares publicly,” the article notes. Zahaan reflects, “She has always been someone who values her privacy and I’ve been very cognizant of that.” He continues, “I’m still toying with what I’d like to put out on social media. There’s always a tug and pull, but I know there’s a fine line between vulnerability and oversharing.”

While Zeenat Aman consciously stepped away from the spotlight, her presence never faded. Zahaan recalls how growing up, it wasn’t unusual for his mother to be recognised in public. However, the magnitude of her stardom only hit him later. “When I was a child, I was so used to her getting attention everywhere we went that I didn’t realise it wasn’t normal,” he shares. “It was only in my twenties, when I started travelling with her and saw people from different parts of the world just throwing themselves at her in adulation, that it struck me how much her body of work has truly affected people.”

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One moment, in particular, encapsulates the lasting impact of Zeenat Aman’s legacy. Zahaan recalls, “My mother always brings up this one Russian fan—an old lady in her 60s or 70s—who would fly down from Russia every year on her birthday, ring the doorbell and bring her a popular type of Russian bread and a greeting card. Something like that really puts things into perspective.”

As he steps into the spotlight on his own terms, Zahaan Khan is not just navigating the world of fashion — he’s also gracefully balancing legacy and individuality, making his own mark while honoring the one before him.