The journey of a Bollywood superstar is glamorous, yet it comes with its own unspoken rules, especially as actors age. Imran Khan, nephew of Aamir Khan, recently spoke about the natural evolution actors face over decades of stardom. Reflecting on the careers of Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, and Salman Khan, he emphasized that while audiences adore them, there comes a point when continuing as a lead hero no longer fits the trajectory of their lives and careers.
Imran pointed out that the Khans, all in their 60s, have enjoyed over 30 years of unparalleled stardom. Yet, he believes transitioning into roles that suit their age is an organic part of an actor’s journey. Over time, the audience also changes. Younger viewers naturally gravitate towards characters closer to their own age and experiences, while long-time fans grow alongside the actor. This evolving dynamic influences both the types of roles actors take and how their stardom resonates across generations.
Imran pointed out that the Khans, all in their 60s, have enjoyed over 30 years of unparalleled stardom. Yet, he believes transitioning into roles that suit their age is an organic part of an actor’s journey. Over time, the audience also changes. Younger viewers naturally gravitate towards characters closer to their own age and experiences, while long-time fans grow alongside the actor. This evolving dynamic influences both the types of roles actors take and how their stardom resonates across generations.
