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10 films produced by Aamir Khan that won critical acclaim

Updated On: 14 March, 2026 12:45 PM IST | Athulya Nambiar

Over the years, Aamir Khan has not only impressed audiences as an actor but has also backed several meaningful and unconventional stories through his production house, Aamir Khan Productions. From socially relevant dramas to refreshing comedies, these films have earned widespread critical praise

Over the years, Aamir Khan has not only impressed audiences as an actor but has also backed several meaningful and unconventional stories through his production house, Aamir Khan Productions. From socially relevant dramas to refreshing comedies, these films have earned widespread critical praise

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Over the years, Aamir Khan has not only impressed audiences as an actor but has also backed several meaningful and unconventional stories through his production house, Aamir Khan Productions. From socially relevant dramas to refreshing comedies, these films have earned widespread critical praise
<p><strong>Lagaan (2001)</strong></p>
<p>One of the earliest projects from Aamir Khan Productions, Lagaan was a landmark film in Indian cinema. Directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, the period sports drama earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Foreign Language Film and was widely appreciated for its storytelling, performances and music</p>

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Lagaan (2001)

One of the earliest projects from Aamir Khan Productions, Lagaan was a landmark film in Indian cinema. Directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, the period sports drama earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Foreign Language Film and was widely appreciated for its storytelling, performances and music

<p><strong>Dangal (2016)</strong></p>
<p>Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the sports biopic based on wrestler Mahavir Singh Phogat and his daughters became a global blockbuster. It was widely lauded for its powerful performances, inspiring story and strong feminist undertones</p>

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Dangal (2016)

Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the sports biopic based on wrestler Mahavir Singh Phogat and his daughters became a global blockbuster. It was widely lauded for its powerful performances, inspiring story and strong feminist undertones

<p><strong>Delhi Belly (2011)</strong></p>
<p>A bold and edgy black comedy directed by Abhinay Deo, the film stood out for its unconventional storytelling and irreverent humour. Despite being controversial for its language, critics praised its sharp writing and energetic performances</p>

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Delhi Belly (2011)

A bold and edgy black comedy directed by Abhinay Deo, the film stood out for its unconventional storytelling and irreverent humour. Despite being controversial for its language, critics praised its sharp writing and energetic performances

<p><strong>Dhobi Ghat (2010)</strong></p>
<p>Directed by Kiran Rao, this art-house drama explored interconnected lives in Mumbai. The film received strong critical appreciation for its realistic storytelling, atmospheric visuals, and nuanced performances, particularly by Prateik Babbar and Aamir Khan</p>

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Dhobi Ghat (2010)

Directed by Kiran Rao, this art-house drama explored interconnected lives in Mumbai. The film received strong critical appreciation for its realistic storytelling, atmospheric visuals, and nuanced performances, particularly by Prateik Babbar and Aamir Khan

<p><strong>Peepli Live (2010)</strong></p>
<p>Produced by Aamir Khan and directed by Anusha Rizvi, this satirical drama tackled farmer suicides and media sensationalism. The film received critical acclaim for its dark humour and social commentary and was also India&rsquo;s official entry to the Oscars that year</p>

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Peepli Live (2010)

Produced by Aamir Khan and directed by Anusha Rizvi, this satirical drama tackled farmer suicides and media sensationalism. The film received critical acclaim for its dark humour and social commentary and was also India’s official entry to the Oscars that year

<p><strong>Laapataa Ladies (2024)</strong></p>
<p>Directed by Kiran Rao, the film received glowing reviews for its humour and sharp commentary on gender roles in rural India. Backed by Aamir Khan Productions, it stood out as a refreshing and socially relevant story</p>

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Laapataa Ladies (2024)

Directed by Kiran Rao, the film received glowing reviews for its humour and sharp commentary on gender roles in rural India. Backed by Aamir Khan Productions, it stood out as a refreshing and socially relevant story

<p><strong>Secret Superstar (2017)</strong></p>
<p>This musical drama directed by Advait Chandan followed the journey of a teenage girl aspiring to become a singer despite societal restrictions. The film earned praise for its emotional storytelling and strong performances, particularly by Zaira Wasim</p>

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Secret Superstar (2017)

This musical drama directed by Advait Chandan followed the journey of a teenage girl aspiring to become a singer despite societal restrictions. The film earned praise for its emotional storytelling and strong performances, particularly by Zaira Wasim

<p><strong>Taare Zameen Par (2007)</strong></p>
<p>Directed by Aamir Khan himself, the film sensitively portrayed the struggles of a dyslexic child. Critics praised its emotional depth and powerful message about the education system, making it one of the most impactful Hindi films of the decade</p>

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Taare Zameen Par (2007)

Directed by Aamir Khan himself, the film sensitively portrayed the struggles of a dyslexic child. Critics praised its emotional depth and powerful message about the education system, making it one of the most impactful Hindi films of the decade

<p><strong>Talaash: The Answer Lies Within (2012)</strong></p>
<p>Directed by Reema Kagti, this psychological thriller starring Aamir Khan, Rani Mukerji and Kareena Kapoor Khan blended suspense with emotional depth. Critics praised the film for its haunting narrative, performances, and its unconventional take on grief and mystery</p>

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Talaash: The Answer Lies Within (2012)

Directed by Reema Kagti, this psychological thriller starring Aamir Khan, Rani Mukerji and Kareena Kapoor Khan blended suspense with emotional depth. Critics praised the film for its haunting narrative, performances, and its unconventional take on grief and mystery

<p><strong>Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na (2008)</strong></p>
<p>This coming-of-age romantic comedy introduced Imran Khan and became a cult favourite among young audiences. The film was appreciated for its refreshing narrative, relatable characters and memorable music by A. R. Rahman</p>

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Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na (2008)

This coming-of-age romantic comedy introduced Imran Khan and became a cult favourite among young audiences. The film was appreciated for its refreshing narrative, relatable characters and memorable music by A. R. Rahman

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