Aamir Khan Unveils Hidden Police Role While Chewing Paan in Audition Clip for 'Lapataa Ladies'
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Synopsis
Aamir Khan shares a previously unseen audition tape where he portrays a police officer while chewing paan. Despite not landing the role in 'Lapataa Ladies', the clip has thrilled his fans. Director Kiran Rao initially considered Aamir for the character Shyam Manohar, which ultimately went to Ravi Kishan.
Key Takeaways
- Aamir Khan shares an unseen audition tape.
- He plays a police officer named Shyam Manohar.
- The clip features humorous bloopers.
- Kiran Rao reveals Aamir's initial interest in the role.
- Aamir graciously stepped aside for Ravi Kishan.
Mumbai, March 27 (NationPress) The renowned superstar Aamir Khan has once again caught the attention of his fans by revealing an unseen audition video featuring him in a police outfit, casually chewing paan.
This clip from a rejected audition for “Laapataa Ladies” presents an unfamiliar side of the actor. Although the role didn't make it to the final cut, the footage has generated excitement among fans, intrigued by Aamir’s effortless transformation. On his new YouTube channel, "Aamir Khan Talkies," Kiran Rao disclosed that Aamir was initially slated to portray a police officer named Shyam Manohar in the movie, a role that eventually went to Ravi Kishan.
In this audition clip, Aamir performs a scene from the film, depicting a police inspector while casually chewing a betel leaf and delivering his lines with a unique rural accent.
The audition footage shows Aamir in a police uniform, with his hair slicked back, embodying the character's signature trait of chewing paan. Sitting behind a desk, he delivers lines from the film, playing with various mannerisms and body language to define Shyam Manohar. The reel also includes some hilarious bloopers, providing a peek into Aamir’s creative process.
Director Kiran Rao previously shared that Aamir was initially enthusiastic about taking on the role of Shyam Manohar and even auditioned for the part. However, after viewing Ravi Kishan’s screen test, he recognized that Kishan was a more suitable choice and graciously stepped aside, allowing him to assume the role.
Aamir Khan humorously recounted how Kiran declined his request for the role, stating, “I was eager to play the cop in the film and even did a screen test, but she didn’t allow me. I genuinely believed my test went well. After discussing with Kiran, we both agreed that Ravi Kishan was the right fit for the part. It was a joint decision.”
At the IIFA 2025, “Lapataa Ladies” won 10 awards, including Best Supporting Actor for Ravi Kishan.
