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Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao announce they are getting divorced

Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao announce they are getting divorced

The couple released a joint statement on their separation after 15 years of marriage.
03 Jul, 2021

Bollywood star Aamir Khan has released an official statement to announce his divorce with wife Kiran Rao after 15 years of marriage.

Both Khan and Rao have released a joint statement announcing their separation. According to the Times of India, the former couple said they would like to begin a new chapter in their lives "no longer as husband and wife, but as co-parents and family for each other".

The former couple said they will remain devoted parents to their son Azad and will continue to work as collaborators on projects and Paani Foundation, a non profit organisation they founded together.

“In these 15 beautiful years together we have shared a lifetime of experiences, joy and laughter, and our relationship has only grown in trust, respect and love," the statement read.

"Now we would like to begin a new chapter in our lives — no longer as husband and wife, but as co-parents and family for each other. We began a planned separation some time ago, and now feel comfortable to formalise this arrangement, of living separately yet sharing our lives the way an extended family does," they said.

"We remain devoted parents to our son Azad, who we will nurture and raise together. We will also continue to work as collaborators on films, Paani Foundation, and other projects that we feel passionate about. A big thank you to our families and friends for their constant support and understanding about this evolution in our relationship, and without whom we would not have been so secure in taking this leap. We request our well wishers for good wishes and blessings, and hope that — like us — you will see this divorce not as an end, but as the start of a new journey. Thanks and love, Kiran and Aamir.”

The announcement came months after Khan and Rao celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary in December.

In March, Khan quit all forms of social media and announced that all communication would be done via his production company.

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Jali Haandi Jul 03, 2021 12:40pm
After 15 years, we have understood that we don't understand each other.
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Factual Bias Jul 03, 2021 12:41pm
"I love you" is not a statement. It is a commitment. Don't say it if you cannot fulfil it.
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Shahbaz Ahmed Tarar Jul 03, 2021 12:45pm
How easily & happily people get divorced... Amazing..
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Mumtaz Ali Jul 03, 2021 12:46pm
The divorce of such wealthy and well-known persons is not as straightforward as the general public believes. They may divorce simply to make property documentation easier. They are in their later years of life, and they are in desperate need of assistance. When a husband and wife come from two different religions, especially one Hindu and the other Muslim, Indian law becomes extremely complicated.
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AZAM AKBAR Jul 03, 2021 12:59pm
Recently both celebrated 15th wedding anniversary and suddenly divorce. Strange.
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Nh Jul 03, 2021 01:15pm
So per wife average comes to 15.5 years ? 16 years with first wife and 15 years with second?
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NYS Jul 03, 2021 01:36pm
Mr perfectionist was this second chance to tied but again mishandled collaboratively ..this move is quite pessimistic enormous number of people follow your pursuits in the course of your life
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Asif Khan Jul 03, 2021 01:39pm
I guess their lives are more complex than we can comprehend.....
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Venkat Jul 03, 2021 01:48pm
@Nh game is not over...
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Joe Jul 03, 2021 01:48pm
@Nh So per wife average comes to 15.5 years ? 16 years with first wife and 15 years with second? He must have already found a Hindu lady to get married.Following Saif Ali divorce one Marry next.
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Asad Jul 03, 2021 01:49pm
Aamir Khan should focus marrying with Muslim woman only.
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Ali Jul 03, 2021 01:52pm
The three Khans are as different as their movies. Aamir got divorced twice, Salman never got married and Shahrukh has stuck to his one and only wife since the last 3 decades!
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Faraz Zardari Jul 03, 2021 01:58pm
You don't divorce the person you love like come on they were never in love.
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FEROZ BOOR BOOR Jul 03, 2021 01:59pm
Sugar quoted statement, how can you inspire the new generation? A big blow to the fans
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zafar Jul 03, 2021 02:02pm
@Factual Bias right , but it's just a tradition now to say I love u
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Changez Khan Jul 03, 2021 02:07pm
So should we care? NO.
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Shafique mushtaq Jul 03, 2021 02:13pm
Silent massage for all couples.........
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Asad Jul 03, 2021 02:18pm
Amir Khan should marry muslim woman only,
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Ihtesham ul Haq Jul 03, 2021 02:19pm
“In these 15 beautiful years together we have shared a lifetime of experiences, joy and laughter, and our relationship has only grown in trust, respect and love," the statement read. Isn't this double standard and can't we call this hypocrisy at its peak. Marriage is a very sacred bond and must not be mimicked by subtly folding it with a few sweet words in a statement. Ending Marriage means you failed it miserably and requires self contemplation by calling it off. Sadly, our society is clueless as how to honour and keep sanctity of these heavenly relationships.
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Chrís Dăn Jul 03, 2021 02:22pm
Sad They made a lovely couple.
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MG Jul 03, 2021 02:31pm
Soon he may marry a girl in her 20s
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Jill Jul 03, 2021 02:48pm
Kiran has realised her folly...not too late ..
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Syed Ahmed Jul 03, 2021 02:51pm
I believe is joke
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Khaled Jul 03, 2021 02:55pm
@Shahbaz Ahmed Tarar. It's better then staying together and crib.
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Sam Jul 03, 2021 03:02pm
@Asad good idea
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Maxx Jul 03, 2021 03:30pm
Too much pressures and tensions of the modern age!
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Dr. Salaria, Aamir Ahmad Jul 03, 2021 03:37pm
Why can't they understand the centuries old axiom, "United We Stand, Divided We Fall" at this crucial, carping, caviling, critical and compelling juncture in time and history?
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Tariq K Sami Jul 03, 2021 03:39pm
For some its so easy .
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Chrís Dăn Jul 03, 2021 03:42pm
A very dignified statement.
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Anser Jul 03, 2021 03:43pm
How come it is so difficult for Mr Modi?
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Khany Jul 03, 2021 04:03pm
This was more like list relationship. Maybe their love was not strong enough. Love is you sacrifice for each other. One of each wernt serious enough. Amir needs a proper wife model. Every man deserves a real women as a wife.
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Chrís Dăn Jul 03, 2021 04:07pm
@Ihtesham ul Haq .no. It is called d8gnity and saving grace.
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Cye Jul 03, 2021 04:18pm
Iska yehi kaam hai. Phir koi larki dhoondega ye Buddha.
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Vivek Jul 03, 2021 04:23pm
Hindus and Muslims cannot live happy as couples after marriage , few exceptions
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Jehan Zeb Mir Jul 03, 2021 04:33pm
But why ?
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Abc Abc Jul 03, 2021 04:33pm
Love Jihad
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Chrís Dăn Jul 03, 2021 04:46pm
@Asad marriages are pre-destined. Nothing to do with religion or race.
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Double standards Jul 03, 2021 04:48pm
What is truly hypocritical is the number of people criticizing Amir Khan while forgetting about Imran Khan. Truly short are memories...
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Pakistani Nomad Jul 03, 2021 04:57pm
A Hindu wife , a Muslim husband - to begin with, was an odd combination.
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M. Saeed Jul 03, 2021 05:31pm
He lived 16 years with his first wife, Reena Dutta and 15 years with Kiran Rao. He disowned and left his children from first wife with their mother. That makes the children to suffer. Very unfair and villainous actions of a top hero.
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Ana Jul 03, 2021 05:39pm
Not surprised. The rumours were going on quite some time.
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LgbtqX Jul 03, 2021 05:44pm
Love jihad ended amicably.
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Sohail Jul 03, 2021 05:45pm
They should throw a grand party on this blissful event of their divorce. What an absurdity
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Truth Jul 03, 2021 06:52pm
Third class man and forth class human being.This is perfectly expected out of him.
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Sana Jul 03, 2021 07:30pm
He should go back to his first wife Reena who was loyal and truly loved him.
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Niazi Khan Jul 03, 2021 07:39pm
Since the Khan market gang showed their true colors (Aamir, SRK) with intolerance comment, their carrier has taken a plunge. Gone are the days when Indians will continue to tolerate any nonsense. The new Generation is not shy and they will show the door if you try to be over smart.
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Jeet Jul 03, 2021 07:54pm
Lol. Amir is already dating another woman for past few years. Finally, Kiran couldn't tolerate it anymore.
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Ahsan Gul Jul 03, 2021 07:56pm
@Double standards you must be a supporter of the convicted Felon Nawaz Shrief! Sincerely
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Chingi Jul 03, 2021 08:29pm
It's a centuries old tradition.
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Fast comment Jul 03, 2021 08:34pm
It exactly in conformity with the BJP goons policy. BJP encourages divides, prejudices, diversions, and that’s happening in India, the Brahmans are not marrying lower castes, the Dalits are discriminated everywhere in India, the corporates are favorite while farmers are not. The state policy of hate will shatter the very fabric of Indian society, this is just a beginning.
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Chrís Dăn Jul 03, 2021 08:48pm
@Jali Haandi people evolve with the passage of time.
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Qamar's Jul 03, 2021 09:00pm
Divorce the uncommon phenomenon in Muslims.
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Truth be told Jul 03, 2021 09:13pm
@Chrís Dăn then religion is pre-destined too? Everything is pre-destined? You have it all wrong. Free will is given and following that accountability will occur but what one can't control or change was pre-destined and beyond one's control. I hope it's clear now, it is a very difficult concept for many.
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Truth be told Jul 03, 2021 09:14pm
@Vivek they are not supposed to.
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Truth be told Jul 03, 2021 09:15pm
@Chrís Dăn dignified vs face saving.
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1971 Jul 03, 2021 09:23pm
@Ihtesham ul Haq I liked you say it as a sacred bond. But it must be honed hard. I , as a Hindu, have felt deceived by this couple.
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1971 Jul 03, 2021 09:25pm
@Khaled No. Everything will pass. And relationship becomes meaningful or worthwhile if you try. This is escapism.
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1971 Jul 03, 2021 09:26pm
@Khany How about a woman? Not to be thought of?
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Aam Aadmi Jul 03, 2021 09:29pm
@M. Saeed Very sad if it is true. I am worried what kind of example are they setting for the young generation.
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Truth be told Jul 03, 2021 09:31pm
@Double standards I hear you and support your observation and stance.
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Joe Jul 03, 2021 09:39pm
@Ali The three Khans are as different as their movies. Aamir got divorced twice, Salman never got married and Shahrukh has stuck to his one and only wife since the last 3 decades! You seems to be forgetting Saif Ali Khan . Married to Hindu women , divorced again married to another Hindu woman who wish him" Happy Innings "Uncle "when he got married first time.
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Jamil Soomro, New York City Jul 03, 2021 09:44pm
Remember Aamir Khan is a Pathan like the great Dilip Kumar.
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AkhandBharat Jul 03, 2021 09:51pm
@Mumtaz Ali how would u know what's complicated and what's not?
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Masood Khan Jul 03, 2021 09:58pm
@Joe ; Hindu or Muslim, does not matter. Below the neck line they are all the same, believe me I have lived and bedded Hindu, Muslim, Jew, Christian, Oriental, Hispanic. The only difference is the way of their thinking.
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Abduhoo Jul 03, 2021 10:00pm
Seriously??? Fifteen years of living together, do you realize that you people should not live together? Curse on such a relationship.
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Shezi Jul 03, 2021 10:00pm
If they weren't able in 15 years how to cooperate with each other, how would they remain collaborators in projects. Clearly they have misunderstanding. Breaking a family is a disaster, we all needs to understand.
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Chacha Jee Jul 03, 2021 10:12pm
She is still a Hindu woman and did not convert to Islam. This was confirmed by Amir Khan. So, no Mehar or Triple Talaq. She will be well taken care of Indian Court System. Most likely Amir will marry a Muslim girl next time.
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Waheed UK Jul 03, 2021 10:45pm
Relationships based on and bonded for ultra motives do tend to fall apart and the nastiness of the separation is based on the negotiations of ending that relationship. Only true and genuine love that is mutual can overcome all problems and hurdles. How long can you go on pretend you love someone when you are sharing that brand of love with so many people! Good luck to both of them ....you reap whatever you sow!!
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C T Rao Jul 03, 2021 11:04pm
@FEROZ BOOR BOOR Does the new generation looks upto actors as role models ?
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C T Rao Jul 03, 2021 11:05pm
Imran Khan seems to be the role model for Aamir Khan
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Sunshine Jul 03, 2021 11:09pm
@Ali brilliant analysis, what about Saif Ali Khan ?
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Captain Jul 03, 2021 11:16pm
Followed suite of Bill Gates ! It happens with majority of media personnel and actors....
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Debkumar Barendrapunggab Jul 03, 2021 11:56pm
How Amir Khan & Kiran Rao end their marriage in an easy way? Why they didn't bother for their sons & daughters? Very very unfortunate story.
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Rehan Ullah Jul 04, 2021 12:01am
Divorce is like killing soul of your body, ask me, divorce is the vicious act of immorality, don't even pronounce the word "Divorce ".
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Ifti Malik Jul 04, 2021 12:19am
@Double standards you are very right .
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Ifti Malik Jul 04, 2021 12:19am
@Khany what about the other way round ? Don't women also deserve good husbands?
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ST Jul 04, 2021 12:28am
And we will filfill the parents' responsibilities by living separately .? How?
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JAWAID Jul 04, 2021 12:33am
A new therapy of non-understanding; after a long understanding.
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Multani Jul 04, 2021 12:59am
Let Amir Khan move to Pakistan, get him a young Muslim girl to marry this time, start a family and begin making films here and make money. He is wasting his time and talent in india.
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Vijay B. Jul 04, 2021 01:15am
Amir Khan has saidhe does not feel safe in Inia. He can now migrate to his beloved Pakistan without the burden of a Hindu wife and get married to some Pakistani Muslim woman and feel safe. I hear a big part of his family migrated o Pakistan at the time of partition in 1947.
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Pakistani Nomad Jul 04, 2021 01:19am
@Chrís Dăn Ask their children how dignified the statement is. It is break up of the family.
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RationalBabu Jul 04, 2021 01:26am
@Factual Bias at least they married for love - not arranged by someone else! To separate amicably after 15 years requires maturity that few of us possess.
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Amin Arab Jul 04, 2021 01:26am
Amir Khan will be fine, not sure about Kiran rao
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Pakistani Nomad Jul 04, 2021 01:27am
These Bollywood stars , these celluloid heroes sell dreams to Indian public , make Rs. millions for each movie. The movies with the same theme - song & dance, rich guy falling in love with a poor woman or a hero who left his wife to fight Pakistan and gets killed follow up with couple of sad songs
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Azam A Siddiqui Jul 04, 2021 01:28am
The values and societies are changing with a faster pace.Khirad ka nam jnon pad gaya janon ka khirad----Hamaray actor jo chahain Zindgi main Karain.
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Ghani K PAK Jul 04, 2021 01:30am
From her picture she looks a school teacher - Lady, take up teaching profession, it is a dignified profession leave the fake world of Bollywood.
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RationalBabu Jul 04, 2021 01:37am
@Khany and doesn’t every woman deserve a proper husband?
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RationalBabu Jul 04, 2021 01:39am
@Pakistani Nomad it’s only odd if you make it odd!
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Sahi bolta hai Jul 04, 2021 02:09am
@Jali Haandi Lesson learned is never ever cook in Jali Haandi. Always trust the real Haandi when cooking for with life partner
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AJ Jul 04, 2021 02:40am
These fake 'cordial' messages after divorce are quite revealing of the superficial nature of celebrities and their relationships.
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Nadia Jul 04, 2021 02:40am
It’s her glasses, sometimes it’s just more simple than it seems. He doesn’t wear them she wears them, it just was doomed for failure from day one!
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Naz Jul 04, 2021 04:18am
@Shahbaz Ahmed Tarar agreed
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Naz Jul 04, 2021 04:19am
Agreed
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E.Ravi Kumar Jul 04, 2021 06:02am
"Marriages made in Heaven". If this is understood properly, there would be no DIVORCES.
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A Khan Jul 04, 2021 06:36am
The love, trust and respect has grown to the point that they can't take it anymore.
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Dr. Ramesh K Sharma Jul 04, 2021 06:50am
@Sana May be his not a loyal individual and doesn't deserve a woman.
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Himmat Jul 04, 2021 07:17am
They were feeling insecure in India. Now they are insecure with each other.
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Ashwin Jul 04, 2021 07:39am
That was an expected outcome, it was only a question of time and now it has come true. Not surprised.
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PrasadDeccani Jul 04, 2021 07:59am
@Asad "Aamir Khan should focus marrying with Muslim woman only." -- his first wife was a Muslim!!
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Observer Jul 04, 2021 08:55am
Hollywood and Bollywood are not known for marital fidelity.
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Ucchil Jul 04, 2021 09:50am
@Asad As if divorces don't happen between muslim couples in Pakistan!
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Ucchil Jul 04, 2021 10:08am
@Chacha Jee Aamir Khan is guaranteed a place in heaven because both his first and second wives are Hindus, but his progeny is muslim!
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Ghani K PAK Jul 04, 2021 01:48pm
@Masood Khan - "I have lived and bedded Hindu, Muslim, Jew, Christian, Oriental, Hispanic. "- So many ! you certainly lived
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Kinza Jul 04, 2021 02:06pm
@Ucchil Divorces are much more common in Pakistan than India and those who don’t divorce are into sham marriages.
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Kinza Jul 04, 2021 02:07pm
@Observer The same can be said Pakistani entertainment industry.
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A. ALI Jul 04, 2021 02:28pm
I guess the divorce may be part of realisation that Amir Khan want to marry a Muslim lady.
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Mama ji Jul 04, 2021 03:16pm
@Chacha Jee ....may be marry Turkish queen aunty
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Keen observer Jul 04, 2021 04:12pm
No matter how you do it, its the child that suffer.Sad for his son who will have to go through this hardship.
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aijaz gul Jul 04, 2021 07:42pm
For children, constant (preferably 24/7)presence of mother and father is equally important.
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Aftab Jul 04, 2021 11:43pm
Another Hindu girl will marry Aamir.
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Minhas Jul 05, 2021 12:17am
How easily and happily they states about their divorce that motivate people to be divorced that seems easy thing and one should go for this step without doing much of homework on their relationship... By the way, this is one of the hard step in one's life..
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K Shah Jul 05, 2021 08:26am
We're mighty opinionated on how two people should end their marriage ... n even more sickening is the fact that all comments only talk about him marrying again n not a single one about her marrying again ... human race has a long way to go before we can see men n women from same lens ...
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John Jul 05, 2021 09:10am
@Asad But business demands are otherwise.
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Venkat Jul 05, 2021 10:51am
Finally he want to settle like Imran khan
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Munir Ahmad Jul 05, 2021 11:24am
One of the best statement justifying divorce. Wise decision of ending marriage amicably and desire to remain committed as friends and partner even after divorce.
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Usman Jul 06, 2021 04:01pm
They would still be together with their son and would continue with their professional and personal commitments. Might as well stay married.
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Anusri Tripathi Jul 07, 2021 01:00pm
Next marriage with Fatima sana seikh.
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