In fact Aamir Khanhonesty has never been reserved only for his films. Over the years, the actor has spoken candidly about both his professional choices and personal setbacks. In a recent interview, he revisited one of the most difficult phases of his life — his separation from his first wife Reena Dutta — and how it led him down an unexpected path.
The turning point after the split
Speaking to Barun Das on Duologue, Aamir revealed that the aftermath of his divorce was emotionally devastating, a drastic change in his lifestyle.“I was sheltered until I went through my first divorce with Reena. And then, the first day he left with the kids and I was home alone, I couldn’t handle my emotions at that time. I never, ever drank alcohol. I drank once or twice in a couple of scenes, but only because I had to drink for the scene. I mean, I didn’t like alcohol at all.”
“I couldn’t handle my emotions”
The actor shared that what started as a moment of weakness soon turned into a long phase.“That night, I had alcohol in the house to serve guests and all that, so I started drinking. And for the next year and a half, I drank almost a bottle a night. Now that’s very extreme, from someone who was a teetotaler to someone who consumes a bottle a night is very extreme.”
Proceed with approval
Aamir Khan’s personal life has seen many transitions since then. After his split with Reena Dutta, he married Kiran Rao in 2005, and the two announced their separation in 2021 after 16 years of marriage.Today, the actress maintains cordial relations with her ex-partners and remains with the parents of her children. He is now in a relationship with Gauri Spratt, entering a new chapter as he looks back on his past with clarity and acceptance.
