Aamir Khan’s dad Tahir Hussain has watched his grand-nephew Imran’s debut film Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na, and is impressed. Tahir, who’s been out of the limelight for a while, now wants to get back to film-making but isn’t impressed with what Bollywood is churning out these days. “I haven’t watched too many Hindi films. I spend my time watching some good foreign cinema”, he says. Here, Tahir talks about his estranged relations with Aamir, clears rumours about Aamir taking back the car he gifted him, and his plans for the coming year.Tell us about Jaane Tu…
I recently saw it and was quite impressed. Everyone has really worked hard and it’s turned out to be a really good film. It’s not just for the youngsters but for all age groups. Everyone has worked really hard on it and I am sure it will do well.
Do you find any similarities between Imran and Aamir?
Yes, Aamir is his maamu. So, of course, there are comparisons made between the two. But I personally think it’s wrong to compare Aamir with Imran. I have watched Imran and I think he’s a better actor than Aamir for his first film. It isn’t fair to compare a newcomer with an established actor. Also today’s times have changed and the style of filmmaking is very different from the way it was done before.
Are you in touch with Aamir?
Yes, I am; but not on a regular basis. He’s busy with his work and films.
Has Aamir has taken away the car he gifted you and stopped your monthly allowance?
No. It’s all rubbish, there’s nothing of this sort. Everything is normal between us, and there are no problems whatsoever. I don’t know who spreads such rumours.
How is Faisal doing?
He’s doing fine. Faisal isn’t living with me. In fact, I haven’t seen him for a long time.
Have you managed to read Aamir’s blogs?
No, I am not into this whole blogging business. Also I don’t spend too much time on the computers, so I don’t know about Aamir’s blog.
It is believed that you plan to get back to making movies?
Yes, I definitely want to get back to film making. I have some ideas in mind, and will start working on them when time permits. I think today’s filmmakers just copy and lift ideas from the West. There are hardly any original ideas and scripts around.
Unlike Taare Zameen Par?
Yes, I liked TZP immensely. I think it was an original film in every sense. I am happy that the film got so much recognition worldwide.
What’s your take on Aamir refusing to send the film to award functions?
I can’t comment on it. That’s the stand that he’s made and I respect it. He believes that the fact that people world over have appreciated the film is much a bigger award than any trophy.
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