Bollywood actor Imran Khan has sparked significant conversation following his appearance in the trailer for Vir Das's upcoming film and a revealing new interview. In a candid discussion, he touched upon the industry's pay disparities, the nature of stardom, and a serious personal revelation concerning his uncle, superstar Aamir Khan.
The Chilling Revelation: Threats Over Truth-Telling
During his appearance on the show Unfiltered with Samdish, Imran Khan shared a disturbing chapter from Aamir Khan's career. He linked the threats directly to Aamir's groundbreaking television talk show, 'Satyamev Jayate'. The program, which tackled deeply entrenched social evils in India, reportedly angered powerful groups involved in the illegal practices it exposed.
"I have known Aamir my whole life," Imran stated, expressing his unwavering trust in his uncle's intentions. "I have a base level of faith that the choices he makes and the things he chooses to attach his time and energy to are made in good faith and with honesty."
He specifically highlighted one episode as a major flashpoint. "His episode on female infanticide angered a lot of folks who issued death threats," Imran disclosed, shedding light on the severe cost of Aamir's activism.
A Stark Warning and a Lesson Learned
Imran Khan further elaborated on the ongoing nature of the intimidation, mixing Hindi and English to convey the gravity of the situation. "Mamu jaan bechare ko desh se bhagane ki koshish kar rahe hain kab se (They’ve been trying for a long time to force poor Mamu jaan to flee the country)," he said.
He framed this frightening experience as a harsh lesson. "But that is also part of the learning. It is part of an important message that we are all meant to learn: 'Keep your head down.' Zyada bolne ka nahi. Na teri ghar aa jayenge, aur ghar ko jalayenge (Don't talk too much. Otherwise, we’ll come to your house and set it on fire). You learn," Imran added, starkly summarizing the warning received.
Imran's Comeback and 'Satyamev Jayate's Legacy
Apart from these serious revelations, the interview also covered Imran Khan's views on Bollywood's pay gap and his own journey. Meanwhile, his professional comeback is marked by a special appearance in Vir Das's directorial venture 'Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos'.
The film, co-directed by Vir Das and Kavi Shastri, also stars Vir Das, Ellie Flory Fawcett, and Amit Bhandari. It is scheduled for a theatrical release on January 16, 2026.
As for 'Satyamev Jayate', the show remains a landmark in Indian television history. It fearlessly addressed sensitive topics, from female foeticide to medical malpractice, and was one of the most talked-about and top-rated programs of its time. Imran Khan's comments underscore the real-world dangers Aamir Khan faced for using his platform to drive social change.
