Long before life took a new turn, Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao eventually chose different paths while continuing to remain close friends and co-parents, there was a phase when the actor shared admiration for his wife’s talent at every opportunity. As Aamir begins a new chapter after officially marrying Gauri Spratt on July 5, 2026, this unseen throwback reminds fans of the warmth and respect that Aamir Khan once expressed for being Kiran Rao’s husband during one of their most memorable public appearances.
The moment comes from the launch of a Femina magazine cover featuring the couple amid the release buzz of Dhobi Ghat (2011), which was Kiran Rao’s directorial debut. During the interaction, Aamir spoke proudly about the magazine’s cover line and made it clear that he completely agreed with it.
“Powerful Woman Ke Peeche Main…”: Aamir Khan On Being Kiran Rao’s Husband
Reading the cover, Aamir smiled and said, “Mujhe bahut acha laga yeh padke, kyuki aam thaur pe dekhte hai ki its always ‘Behind every successful man there is a woman.’ Yaha likha hai ki ‘Meet the powerful man behind the powerful woman.’”
He then connected the quote to Kiran in his own heartfelt style. “Powerful woman ke peeche main khada hu, powerful man. Aur main iss baat ko puri tarah se manta hu, isliye kyuki Kiran jo hai bahut hi strong personality hai khud mein aur apni pehchaan puri tarah se khud rakhti hai. Mujhe lagta hai ki jab main inka kaam dekhta hu, jaise yeh unka pehla kadam hai, toh mujhe lagta hai yeh mujhse aage hai.”
“Mujhe Lagta Hai Yeh Mujhse Kahi Kadam Aage Hai”
Aamir didn’t stop there. He made it clear that he wasn’t praising Kiran simply because she was sitting beside him.
Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao once again became the centre of attention when he added, “Aur main yeh isliye nahi keh raha hu kyuki aaj main aapke saamne baitha hu, mere bagal mein hai ya meri biwi hai… mujhe wakayi lagta hai jo Kiran ne itne bariki wala kaam kiya hai. Jo meri samaj hai cinema ki, mujhe lagta hai ki yeh mujhse kahi kadam aage hai, apni pehli hi film mein. Mujhe acha lagta hai aur garv mehsoos karta hu.”
His words reflected the confidence he had in Kiran’s filmmaking abilities even before audiences had fully witnessed her work.
A Sweet Moment That Left Everyone Smiling
During the event, the couple also looked through the magazine together. Looking at one of Kiran’s photographs, Aamir couldn’t resist complimenting her. He said, “Yeh jo tasveer main saamne dekhta hu toh mujhe lagta hai jo chehra hai Kiran ka vo bada pasand aata hai, kyuki unka chehra jo hai jab vo muskurati hai ekdum khil jaata hai, kamal ki phool ki tarah ekdum khil jaata hai.” The compliment which left Kiran blushing while everyone present enjoyed the light-hearted moment.
Kiran Rao’s Compliment To Aamir Khan
Kiran also had equally kind words for Aamir. She smiled and said, “I don’t have to actually say how beautiful he is. He is very beautiful, aap log 20 saal se dekh rahe hai… he is easily the most desirable and beautiful man that I know.” Their playful exchange reflected the mutual admiration they shared during that phase of their relationship.
This unseen throwback isn’t just about romance, it captures something deeper. Aamir’s admiration for Kiran Rao was rooted in respect for her talent, confidence and individuality. His words continue to stand out because they celebrated her achievements as a filmmaker, making this one of the couple’s most memorable public moments. Catch full interview now below:
A Relationship Built On Respect
Aamir and Kiran worked together on Dhobi Ghat, a film that marked Kiran’s directorial debut and received appreciation for its storytelling. While the couple later announced their separation in 2021, they have continued to remain close friends and co-parent their son Azad.
Before Kiran, Aamir was married to Reena Dutta, with whom he shares two children, Junaid and Ira Khan. In 2026, the actor entered a new phase of his personal life after reportedly marrying Gauri Spratt.
