Aamir Khan and Ashutosh Gowariker 'had big fights' over Lagaan's logic
1 week, 4 days ago

Aamir Khan and Ashutosh Gowariker 'had big fights' over Lagaan's logic

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The 2001 film Lagaan remains one of the most celebrated films in Aamir Khan's filmography. However, during the shoot, Aamir had several arguments with director Ashutosh Gowariker over the "lack of logic" in the film. His fellow villagers would have beaten him up.” But Ashutosh wanted Aamir to look good in the film. But perhaps this was all in my mind, I don’t know if the audience even noticed it.” Released on June 15, 2001, Lagaan was a major hit and remains a landmark in Hindi cinema.

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Aamir Khan Shares How Javed Akhtar Feared Lagaan Would Fail Because Of Amitabh Bachchan
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Aamir Khan Shares How Javed Akhtar Feared Lagaan Would Fail Because Of Amitabh Bachchan

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Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, known for taking risks when it comes to his films, says making his 2001 period drama "Lagaan" was scary as people around him, including script writer Javed Akhtar, warned him that it could be a box office failure. "Ashu and I, we would exchange that line every time," Khan said, adding that the first cut of …

Believed in Lagaan’s script but was scared to say yes: Aamir Khan
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Believed in Lagaan’s script but was scared to say yes: Aamir Khan

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, known for taking risks when it comes to his films, says making his 2001 period drama "Lagaan" was scary as people around him, including script writer Javed Akhtar, warned him that it could be a box office failure. Believed in Lagaan’s script but was scared to say yes: Aamir Khan The period drama revolves …

What was Aamir and Ashutosh's inside joke on Lagaan set? Actor reveals
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What was Aamir and Ashutosh's inside joke on Lagaan set? Actor reveals

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Actor Aamir Khan recently shared insights into the making of Lagaan at India Today Conclave 2025, describing the film as one of the most challenging projects of his career. Watch LIVE#ITLivestream #AamirKhan @anjanaomkashyap https://t.co/saMBhSJRhaIndiaToday March 7, 2025 The first cut of Lagaan was 7.5 hours long, with 4.5 hours before the cricket even started. He said, "The first cut of …

Aamir Khan Lagaan Completes 22 Years Oscar Nominated Ashutosh Gowariker Directorial
1 year, 9 months ago

Aamir Khan Lagaan Completes 22 Years Oscar Nominated Ashutosh Gowariker Directorial

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New Delhi: Aamir Khan's iconic film, 'Lagaan', completes 22 years since its release, today. Lagaan's exceptional journey led it to the prestigious Oscars, making it a truly groundbreaking achievement not only for Aamir Khan but for the Indian Cinema as a whole. Get dialogues dubbed later, be sensible.’” While talking about his film being nominated for the oscars in the …

Aamir Khan says Bhuvan in Lagaan shouldn't have been clean-shaven: ‘Yahan paani nahi hai and this guy shaves everyday’
2 years, 7 months ago

Aamir Khan says Bhuvan in Lagaan shouldn't have been clean-shaven: ‘Yahan paani nahi hai and this guy shaves everyday’

Hindustan Times  

Lagaan is one of Aamir Khan’s most successful and memorable films. In a recent interaction, Aamir revealed that he did not want his character Bhuvan to be clean-shaven in the film, and for a rather practical reason. Talking about how he would make Lagaan different if he were to remake it, Aamir said, “I would really insist again to Ashutosh …

From the archives (2001): How Aamir Khan's epic 'Lagaan' was made
2 years, 9 months ago

From the archives (2001): How Aamir Khan's epic 'Lagaan' was made

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Standing in front of a barren stretch of land at Kunaria village - or Champaner as they know it - near Bhuj in Gujarat's Kutch district, Jamie Whitby and Katherine Katkit can't believe their eyes. "We knew the film would be expensive and that it could be a risky proposition but we still wanted to make it," says Aamir. Two …

Aamir Khan celebrates 21 years of Lagaan. Invites director Ashutosh Gowariker, film's cast to his house
2 years, 9 months ago

Aamir Khan celebrates 21 years of Lagaan. Invites director Ashutosh Gowariker, film's cast to his house

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Oscar-nominated Lagaan completed 21 years on June 15, 2022. Hence, Aamir turned host for the cast of Lagaan, director Ashutosh Gowariker and invited them over to his Mumbai house for a get-together. Cricketer Irfan Pathan was also spotted in a video shared by Aamir Khan’s production house Instagram handle. A video posted on Aamir Khan’s production house Instagram handle had …

Aamir Khan hosts Lagaan team at his home as film completes 21 years of release
2 years, 9 months ago

Aamir Khan hosts Lagaan team at his home as film completes 21 years of release

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Aamir Khan and the team of his film Lagaan celebrated 21 years of the film by having a get-together at the actor's Mumbai residence on Wednesday. On Friday, Aamir Khan's production house shared a video of the intimate celebrations of the Lagaan team. Irfan commented on the video, “What a lovely evening.” A fan wrote, “so adorable.” Another wrote, “what …

Aamir Khan says Karan Johar, Aditya Chopra told him he was ‘making a big mistake’ before Lagaan shoot
3 years, 9 months ago

Aamir Khan says Karan Johar, Aditya Chopra told him he was ‘making a big mistake’ before Lagaan shoot

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Aamir Khan recalled that he was warned by Karan Johar and Aditya Chopra about ‘making a big mistake’ right before he left to shoot for Lagaan. Aamir Khan not only played the lead role in Lagaan but also produced it. Bollywood Hungama quoted Aamir as saying in a media interaction, “I remember I met Karan Johar and Adi at a …

20 Years Of Lagaan Climax Scene Of Aamir Khan Oscar Nominated Movie Was Shot With Ten Thpusand People
3 years, 9 months ago

20 Years Of Lagaan Climax Scene Of Aamir Khan Oscar Nominated Movie Was Shot With Ten Thpusand People

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Mumbai: Aamir Khan starrer 'Lagaan' completes 20 years today. Today, as we celebrate 20 years of ‘Lagaan’, here is an interesting fact about the shooting of the climax scene. To cheer up the audience, Aamir Khan sang ‘Aati Kya Khandala’ and Ashutosh Gowariker captured the crowd’s reactions. Aamir Khan’s ‘Lagaan’ and Sunny Deol’s ‘Gadar: Ek Prem Katha’ released on the …

Aamir Khan on Lagaan vs Gadar clash: 'It was a tsunami, people travelled in trucks to see it'
3 years, 9 months ago

Aamir Khan on Lagaan vs Gadar clash: 'It was a tsunami, people travelled in trucks to see it'

Hindustan Times  

Aamir Khan has said that he was disappointed that Lagaan did not win an Oscar. He also spoke about the film's much-hyped box office clash with Gadar: Ek Prem Katha, starring Sunny Deol. Talking to reporters in a special media interaction for the 20th anniversary of Lagaan, Aamir Khan said, "I was disappointed. Aamir also opened up on the box …

On 20 years of Lagaan, Gracy Singh reveals her favourite scene from Aamir Khan film
3 years, 9 months ago

On 20 years of Lagaan, Gracy Singh reveals her favourite scene from Aamir Khan film

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Gracy Singh made her Bollywood debut opposite Aamir Khan in the 2001 film Lagaan. As the film completes 20 years of release today, the actress spoke to us on the film's success and revealed her favourite scene. GRACY SINGH'S FAVOURITE SCENE FROM LAGAAN Gracy played the role of Gauri in Lagaan. Talking about her favourite scene from the film, she …

On 20 years of Lagaan, Aamir Khan opens up on not winning the Oscar
3 years, 9 months ago

On 20 years of Lagaan, Aamir Khan opens up on not winning the Oscar

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20 years ago, Aamir Khan-starrer Lagaan was released on the big screens on June 15, 2001. AAMIR KHAN RECALLS NOT WINNING THE OSCAR Aamir opened up about how he was disappointed when he did not win the Oscar, but his biggest award, however, was the love the film got. AAMIR REVEALS LAGAAN WAS A HUGE CHALLENGE Further speaking about the …

Aamir Khan rejected Lagaan twice. Tuesday Trivia tells you why
3 years, 9 months ago

Aamir Khan rejected Lagaan twice. Tuesday Trivia tells you why

India Today  

Lagaan: Once Upon A Time in India is one of the most distinguishable films in Aamir Khan’s career and the classic changed the face of mainstream Hindi cinema. However, Aamir Khan wasn’t convinced such a film could work when director Ashutosh Gowariker approached him. WITHIN FIVE MINUTES OF THE NARRATION, I REJECTED LAGAAN: AAMIR KHAN Lagaan was a brilliant story …

Aamir Khan has a special message for fans on 20 years of Lagaan. Watch video
3 years, 9 months ago

Aamir Khan has a special message for fans on 20 years of Lagaan. Watch video

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One of the most poignant films of Bollywood, Lagaan, clocked in 20 years of its release today. On the special occasion, Aamir Khan recorded a video message recalling the challenges in the film’s making and also thanked fans for all their love. Directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, Lagaan became the first film produced by Aamir Khan under his banner, Aamir Khan …

Aamir Khan's Lagaan turns 20 today, but you probably didn't know these 12 things about it
3 years, 9 months ago

Aamir Khan's Lagaan turns 20 today, but you probably didn't know these 12 things about it

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Many moons ago - 20 years to be exact - Aamir Khan's Lagaan combined two things the county is most passionate about. And finally, Aamir Khan rejected Lagaan twice when Ashutosh narrated the script to him. Lagaan, therefore, marked the beginning of Aamir Khan Productions, the first film to be made under the banner. ALSO READ | On 20 years …

Aamir Khan recalls how ex-wife Reena Dutta learnt production work while filming Lagaan
3 years, 9 months ago

Aamir Khan recalls how ex-wife Reena Dutta learnt production work while filming Lagaan

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It’s been two decades since the blockbuster film Lagaan was released on the big screens. AAMIR KHAN SHARES HOW EX-WIFE REENA DUTTA HELPED HIM IN PRODUCING LAGAAN As Lagaan clocked 20 years on June 15, Aamir participated in a press conference to share special incidences of the legendary film that released in 2001. Reena Dutta, who stepped into the Bollywood …

EXCLUSIVE: Lagaan is probably my most unprepared performance, says Aamir Khan
3 years, 9 months ago

EXCLUSIVE: Lagaan is probably my most unprepared performance, says Aamir Khan

Hindustan Times  

Aur Bhuvan ka naam itihaas ke panno mein kahi kho gaya. This concluding voice-over in Lagaan is perhaps the exact opposite of what the film — in which he played an iconic character — did to Aamir Khan’s career. Excerpts: Actor Aamir Khan played the iconic character called Bhuvan in Ashutosh Gowarikar’s cult film, Lagaan. So, while I trusted him, …

Aamir Khan says 'Lagaan' has shaped him in many ways: 'Learnt so much, experienced so many emotions'
3 years, 9 months ago

Aamir Khan says 'Lagaan' has shaped him in many ways: 'Learnt so much, experienced so many emotions'

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The Aamir Khan-starrer "Lagaan" was released two decades ago on June 15. It has been a journey in which I have met exciting new people, made new friends, started relationships that have lasted over two decades, shared so much with these wonderful people, learnt so much, experienced so many emotions, experienced so much. Talking about "Lagaan", Gowariker said: "The box …

On Aamir Khan’s birthday, here’s proof that he has always bounced back after disasters like Thugs of Hindostan
5 years ago

On Aamir Khan’s birthday, here’s proof that he has always bounced back after disasters like Thugs of Hindostan

Hindustan Times  

A lot is at stake for Aamir Khan this year. With no indication of when things will get back to normal, Aamir would be hoping to retain Laal Singh Chaddha’s Christmas release date. But Aamir bounced back in a big way with Lagaan, the Oscar-nominated 2001 sports drama directed by Ashutosh Gowariker. He followed it up with Dil Chahta Hai, …

Lagaan completes 18 years: Aamir Khan thanks Ashutosh Gowariker and team for beautiful journey
5 years, 9 months ago

Lagaan completes 18 years: Aamir Khan thanks Ashutosh Gowariker and team for beautiful journey

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As "Lagaan" clocked 18 years of its release in Hindi cinema, superstar Aamir Khan called the film a memorable and beautiful journey. What a memorable and beautiful journey," Aamir tweeted. Gowariker replied: "Thank you Aamir Khan for helping me embark on this incredible cinematic journey! The Indian adaptation is titled Laal Singh Chaddha and will see Aamir playing the role …

Aamir Khan initially rejected Lagaan, thought the story was 'bizarre'
6 years, 7 months ago

Aamir Khan initially rejected Lagaan, thought the story was 'bizarre'

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It is considered a game-changer in Hindi cinema and even went on to earn an Oscar nomination but Aamir Khan today revealed that he rejected the initial idea of "Lagaan" as he thought the story was "bizarre". I told him to get me a different story," Aamir said on the sidelines of the second edition of Indian Scriptwriters Association. Gowariker …

Aamir Khan initially rejected Lagaan's story
6 years, 8 months ago

Aamir Khan initially rejected Lagaan's story

India Today  

It is considered a game-changer in Hindi cinema and even went on to earn an Oscar nomination but Aamir Khan today revealed that he rejected the initial idea of Lagaan as he thought the story was "bizarre". I told him to get me a different story," Aamir said on the sidelines of the second edition of Indian Scriptwriters Association. The …

Aamir Khan: This is his first look from Advait Chandan’s untitled film
8 years, 6 months ago

Aamir Khan: This is his first look from Advait Chandan’s untitled film

Hindustan Times  

Days after Aamir Khan fans went crazy with his leaked pictures online claiming to be his first look from Advait Chandan’s next, the makers of the movie decided to release the official first look. One of the leaked images that were rumoured to be from the sets of Advait’s film but are actually for a promotional bid in Bollywood park …

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