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Aamir Khan reveals he has 15 years of active work left and why he produced Laapataa Ladies

Laapataa Ladies has won the hearts of the audience with its unique story and humor. The slice-of-life film did wonders after streaming on Netflix post-theatrical release. Directed by Kiran Rao and produced by Aamir Khan the movie was recently screened at the Supreme Court of India to celebrate the 75th year of SC. Present at the screening was Aamir Khan along with his ex-wife, he reflected on why he chose to bankroll the film and revealed that he would work for the next 15 years.

Aamir Khan popularly known as Mr. Perfectionist has his plans sorted for the future. He has decided to work for the next 15 years and he wants to give back to society and the Indian cinema. While he acts in 1 movie a year he wants to offer a platform to new talented actors, writers, and directors through Aamir Khan production. To start the initiative, Laapataa Ladies was the first project as he aim to produce such talent. 

During the screening at the Supreme Court of India, Aamir Khan said, "During Covid, I had a lot of free time and used to keep thinking. I realised that I might have 15 more years of active work left...uske baad zindagi kisne dekhi hai (who has seen life after that)...I wanted to give back to people whatever I have learned in the past so many years. The industry, society, and country have given me so much."

He further added, "I thought that I could do one film a year as an actor, but as a producer, I can produce many more films. I want to give a platform to new talents. I can provide a platform for new writers, directors, and everyone involved in the process. Laapataa Ladies is the first project in that sense. I want to promote this kind of talent, and hopefully, I can produce four to five films a year. I want to be the shoulder for talent."

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