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Viral Reddit Video Fuels Talk of Aamir Khan’s Look as Hirani’s Phalke Biopic Advances

Official word highlights LA VFX-driven AI designs for the period recreation; timeline and casting remain unannounced.

Overview

  • A now-deleted Reddit clip showed Aamir Khan appearing heavier, prompting speculation that the change relates to the planned Dadasaheb Phalke portrayal.
  • No one involved has confirmed a role-related weight plan, and the appearance change remains unverified beyond social media posts.
  • Aamir Khan’s team has confirmed a biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke with Rajkumar Hirani, described as an ambitious period project.
  • The production says LA-based VFX studios have already developed AI designs to recreate the film’s era.
  • Industry reports also point to S.S. Rajamouli considering a separate Phalke biopic with Jr NTR, signaling broader interest in the subject.