Cinema VinesAfter a 15‑year marriage that ended in separation, Bollywood star Aamir Khan and former wife Kiran Rao continue to prioritize their son Azad’s well‑being. A recent clip that surfaced on social media shows the pair escorting the child out of a pet clinic, with Aamir carrying a pet in a carrier. Azad, visibly upset, wipes tears from his face with his T‑shirt as the family moves into a car. The video ends with Kiran following them, leaving viewers to wonder whether the pet was ill or had passed away. Comments on the post ranged from speculation that the animal was “sick” to the more somber “maybe the dog died.”
The emotional moment underscores the couple’s commitment to co‑parenting despite their divorce. Aamir and Kiran met in 2001 on the set of Lagaan, where Kiran worked as an assistant director. They married in December 2005 after Aamir’s divorce from his first wife, Reena Dutta, who is the mother of his two older children, Ira and Junaid. Their son Azad was born via surrogacy in 2011, and the pair have spoken publicly about how his appearance and temperament reflect both parents.
In a 2013 interview with The Times of India, Aamir described Azad as a blend of his own thoughtfulness and Kiran’s infectious joy. He noted that Azad’s eyes and upper facial features resemble his own, while his mouth and smile echo Kiran’s. The actor emphasized that his son carries “qualities of me, and Kiran ka,” and that he often thinks as deeply as he does.
While the family’s personal life remains largely private, the clip’s release has drawn attention from fans and media alike. Aamir’s recent work includes backing the Sunny Deol‑starrer Batwara 1947, which opened on Friday to mixed reviews and modest earnings of ₹5.45 crore. The film’s performance highlights the unpredictable nature of Bollywood releases, even for high‑profile producers.
Vibha Maru, an assistant editor for the Hindustan Times Entertainment, has chronicled Bollywood’s evolving landscape for over a decade. Though her background is in commerce, she found her calling in journalism after studying at the Indian Institute of Mass Communication. Maru’s coverage spans cinema, Hollywood, and web series, reflecting her passion for Hindi cinema and her habit of binge‑watching to stay current.
