Aamir Khan Opens Up About How Salman Khan and Juhi Chawla Stood by Him During Dark Days of Divorce from Reena Dutta
Aamir Khan's Darkest Days: How Salman Khan and Juhi Chawla Stepped In During His Divorce from Reena Dutta.
Mumbai, India – In a rare and candid revelation, Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan has opened up about the profound emotional turmoil he experienced during his divorce from first wife Reena Dutta in 2002. The actor confessed to a period of intense loneliness, severe alcohol consumption, and a complete withdrawal from social life, admitting, "Main sota nahi tha behosh ho jata tha" (I wouldn't sleep, I would just pass out). During this dark phase, Aamir found unexpected solace and support from industry colleagues, Salman Khan and Juhi Chawla, whose gestures of friendship proved invaluable.
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Aamir Khan's marriage to Reena Dutta, which began in 1986 and lasted 16 years, ended in 2002. While the public perception might have been one of a relatively smooth separation, Aamir now reveals the deeply personal struggle he faced behind the scenes. Speaking in a recent interview, he shared that the split hit him hard, leading him to a period of heavy drinking that lasted for roughly a year and a half. "I was trying to kill myself," he confessed, highlighting the depth of his despair. He admitted to not meeting anyone and staying home alone, even as his film Lagaan garnered international acclaim and he was being celebrated as "Man of the Year."
It was during this isolating time that two of his co-stars reached out, offering a lifeline of support.
Juhi Chawla: The Unexpected Friend Who Reached Out.
Aamir revealed that despite not having spoken to Juhi Chawla for nearly seven years due to a prior disagreement, she reached out to him after learning about his divorce. Her call, out of the blue, surprised him. When she visited, Aamir recounted how Juhi, without prying into details, simply urged him to reconcile with Reena. 
Salman Khan: From Colleague to True Friend
Perhaps even more surprising was the bond that solidified between Aamir and Salman Khan during this period. Aamir admitted that prior to this, he had been "judgmental" towards Salman, particularly due to his punctuality issues during the filming of Andaz Apna Apna (1994). However, during his depression, Salman visited him for dinner, and what followed were hours of deep, heartfelt conversations.
"I had a heart-to-heart conversation with him since I was going through depression then. He also shared a lot with me. That's when we began bonding as friends," Aamir shared. This difficult phase ultimately laid the foundation for the strong friendship the two superstars share today.
The Absence of Other Support
Interestingly, when asked about Shah Rukh Khan's response during this time, Aamir clarified that they weren't close enough then for such personal interactions. This honest admission highlights how professional relationships in Bollywood don't always translate to personal support systems.
However, Aamir also mentioned that Anil Kapoor was among those who reached out during this difficult period, showing that some industry relationships did provide genuine emotional support.
Mumbai, India – In a rare and candid revelation, Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan has opened up about the profound emotional turmoil he experienced during his divorce from first wife Reena Dutta in 2002. The actor confessed to a period of intense loneliness, severe alcohol consumption, and a complete withdrawal from social life, admitting, "Main sota nahi tha behosh ho jata tha" (I wouldn't sleep, I would just pass out). During this dark phase, Aamir found unexpected solace and support from industry colleagues, Salman Khan and Juhi Chawla, whose gestures of friendship proved invaluable.
It was during this isolating time that two of his co-stars reached out, offering a lifeline of support.
Juhi Chawla: The Unexpected Friend Who Reached Out.
Aamir revealed that despite not having spoken to Juhi Chawla for nearly seven years due to a prior disagreement, she reached out to him after learning about his divorce. Her call, out of the blue, surprised him. When she visited, Aamir recounted how Juhi, without prying into details, simply urged him to reconcile with Reena.
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This heartfelt gesture deeply moved Aamir, who acknowledged the genuine concern behind her words. Their friendship, it seems, was rekindled in his moment of vulnerability.
Salman Khan: From Colleague to True Friend
Perhaps even more surprising was the bond that solidified between Aamir and Salman Khan during this period. Aamir admitted that prior to this, he had been "judgmental" towards Salman, particularly due to his punctuality issues during the filming of Andaz Apna Apna (1994). However, during his depression, Salman visited him for dinner, and what followed were hours of deep, heartfelt conversations.
"I had a heart-to-heart conversation with him since I was going through depression then. He also shared a lot with me. That's when we began bonding as friends," Aamir shared. This difficult phase ultimately laid the foundation for the strong friendship the two superstars share today.
The Absence of Other Support
Interestingly, when asked about Shah Rukh Khan's response during this time, Aamir clarified that they weren't close enough then for such personal interactions. This honest admission highlights how professional relationships in Bollywood don't always translate to personal support systems.
However, Aamir also mentioned that Anil Kapoor was among those who reached out during this difficult period, showing that some industry relationships did provide genuine emotional support.
Despite the personal pain, Aamir and Reena have maintained a cordial relationship, co-parenting their children, Junaid and Ira, with mutual respect.
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