New Delhi: Aamir Khan’s highly anticipated theatrical release Sitaare zameen par has garnered quite a buzz online. Directed by R. S. Prasanna, the film is set to hit the theatres on June 20. However, while fans await the grand premiere, netizens online had a full-blown discussion on the age gap between the two leads of the film – Aamir, 60, and Genelia Deshmukh, 37.
For the unversed, Genelia was cast opposite the actor’s nephew, Imran Khan, in the 2008 film Jaane tu ya jaane na. However, despite the age gap, Aamir was all praises for the Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya actress and revealed the real reason behind casting her in Sitaare Zameen Par. Scroll down to read about it!
Why did aamir khan cast genelia deshmukh in sitaare zameen par?
In an exclusive interview with News9Live, Aamir Khan spoke about the reason behind casting Genelia in the film. He said, “The relationship between a husband and wife is a very important one. It’s not the main plot, but it’s an extremely significant subplot that’s deeply connected to the main storyline in many ways. So, casting the wife’s character was crucial. I suggested her because she’s a fantastic actor.”
Furthermore, the The river actor added how he believes in taking screen tests before casting the right female lead. Aamir also added that he took Genelia’s screen test for Laal Singh Chaddha, but the role eventually went to Kareena Kapoor Khan.
“The camera just loves her. She lights up the screen. We did a few readings and realised she was bang on. Honestly, we didn’t have to do much discussion; Genelia was on board. We did one screen test with Kareena (Laal Singh Chaddha) and one with Genelia. I also do my own screen tests to see how the chemistry fits. I’m a strong believer in screen testing,” the actor revealed. During the time of Jaane tu ya jaane na, she had already evolved; she was top level.”
About Sitaare Zameen Par
Made under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, Sitaare zameen par Stars Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh in Lead Roles, Along with 10 Rising Stars – Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, ASHISH BHANSALI, SHISHISH PENDSE, Rishi Shahani, Rishi Shahabha Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar. The lyrics are penned by amitabh bhattacharya, and the music is composed by Shankar-ehsaan-alloy.
