Kiran Rao reveals her love, hate and ‘unbearable’ relationship with ex Aamir Khan

November 3, 2024: Even though Kiran Rao and Aamir Khan parted ways in 2021 after 16 years of marriage, they still managed to maintain a strong professional and personal relationship. The two continue to co-parent their son Azad and recently even worked together in Kiran’s film Ms. Lapatawhich has been selected as India’s entry for this year’s Oscars. A candid interview on Kareena Kapoor’s show what women wantKiran discussed her dynamic with Aamir, revealing what she loved, hated and “barely tolerated” about her ex-husband.

Kiran described Aamir as a “100 percent human being” who was very determined once he decided to support something. “Once he likes something, he’s all for it. He’s a 100 percent guy. If he doesn’t like something, he’s honest about it, but if he likes something, he’s going to try to do it,” she shared, praising his dedication and honesty. “As a creative person, he is truly one of the best people to work with.”

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When asked what she didn’t like, Kiran admitted that Aamir can take his time to make decisions, which can be frustrating. “He needs things to get to a certain level before he can make a decision, which is really frustrating because he has so much on his plate,” she explained. This delay sometimes creates a bottleneck for people waiting for his input.

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Finally, when asked what she “barely tolerates” about Aamir, Kiran said he has a habit of giving lengthy speeches. “I mean, it’s not quite mansplaining, but it’s close,” she joked. She humorously points out that this tendency is one of his quirks and requires a little patience.

Through these light-hearted remarks, Kiran highlights her ability to look at past relationships with humor and perspective, showcasing the unique friendship and respect that she and Amir have managed to maintain.