Junaid Khan, son of Bollywood icon Aamir Khan, recently stepped into the spotlight with his debut in ‘Maharaj,’ a biographical crime drama. Sharing his thoughts on the experience, Junaid Khan opened up about his journey and working alongside seasoned actor Jaideep Ahlawat.
In an interview with Bollywood Hungama, Junaid Khan praised Jaideep Ahlawat, describing him as one of the industry’s finest talents.Reflecting on their collaboration, he highlighted Jaideep Ahlawat’s profound insight into character portrayal and scene dynamics. Despite their characters being at odds in the film, Junaid emphasized the collaborative spirit between them on set, underscoring Ahlawat’s contribution to shaping impactful scenes.
“He has tremendous insight into character, into how a scene should play out. So, it was great,” expressed Junaid Khan. Further, the road to ‘Maharaj’ wasn’t without hurdles. Following objections from a faction of Vishwa Hindu Parishad members after the trailer’s release, the film faced legal challenges and was temporarily withheld from release. However, the Gujarat High Court recently lifted the stay, allowing ‘Maharaj’ to premiere on the OTT platform. Junaid Khan shared that the period leading up to the film’s release was filled with uncertainty and tension for the team. Despite the challenges, Khan expressed gratitude for the support and belief in the film’s sensitive handling of its subject matter.
Regarding his debut, Junaid Khan acknowledged the mixed emotions of anticipation and relief upon ‘Maharaj’ finally reaching audiences. He credited the team’s resilience and the positive feedback received from those who viewed the film before its public release, including his father Aamir Khan, who affirmed its quality.
Looking ahead, Junaid Khan remains focused on his acting career, with another project under Aamir Khan Productions already in the pipeline. His journey from overcoming obstacles with ‘Maharaj’ to earning accolades for his performance alongside Jaideep Ahlawat underscores his commitment to making a mark in Bollywood.
In an interview with Bollywood Hungama, Junaid Khan praised Jaideep Ahlawat, describing him as one of the industry’s finest talents.Reflecting on their collaboration, he highlighted Jaideep Ahlawat’s profound insight into character portrayal and scene dynamics. Despite their characters being at odds in the film, Junaid emphasized the collaborative spirit between them on set, underscoring Ahlawat’s contribution to shaping impactful scenes.
“He has tremendous insight into character, into how a scene should play out. So, it was great,” expressed Junaid Khan. Further, the road to ‘Maharaj’ wasn’t without hurdles. Following objections from a faction of Vishwa Hindu Parishad members after the trailer’s release, the film faced legal challenges and was temporarily withheld from release. However, the Gujarat High Court recently lifted the stay, allowing ‘Maharaj’ to premiere on the OTT platform. Junaid Khan shared that the period leading up to the film’s release was filled with uncertainty and tension for the team. Despite the challenges, Khan expressed gratitude for the support and belief in the film’s sensitive handling of its subject matter.
Regarding his debut, Junaid Khan acknowledged the mixed emotions of anticipation and relief upon ‘Maharaj’ finally reaching audiences. He credited the team’s resilience and the positive feedback received from those who viewed the film before its public release, including his father Aamir Khan, who affirmed its quality.
Looking ahead, Junaid Khan remains focused on his acting career, with another project under Aamir Khan Productions already in the pipeline. His journey from overcoming obstacles with ‘Maharaj’ to earning accolades for his performance alongside Jaideep Ahlawat underscores his commitment to making a mark in Bollywood.
