Master Actor-Creator Aamir Khan Shares His Insights on ‘The Art of Acting’ at WAVES 2025

Mumbai, 3 May 2025 The world of film is a dance of ideas, actors, and directors. For the past three months, master actor-creator Aamir Khan shared his heartfelt insights during WAVES 2025, a prestigious film festival in Mumbai. The event showcased the power of teamwork between actors, directors, and filmmakers to create impactful narratives.

Aamir’s Perspective on ‘The Art of Acting’

The first thing I noticed about Aamir was how different people have approaches to acting. “I am not a trained actor,” he said, referencing his lack of formal training but emphasizing the importance of practical experience. He highlighted that practicing is key—“I spend a lot of time with scripts. I read the script again and again. If the script is good, you will understand the character, its physicality, attitude etc. will all come from it.” He also shared a tip: “The more honest you are, the better you will perform.”

Best Practices for an Actor

Mr. Khan revealed that every actor needs to work on dialogues daily—“I hand-write dialogues. I take up the difficult scenes first. The dialogues must be by heart.” He emphasized that repetition is crucial for actors, especially in a scene they’ve shot multiple times—“The dialogues have to become yours. You have to own it. When it was written it was the script-writer’s, it later becomes yours.”

Tips for New Actors

Another important tip came from Aamir: “‘The more honest you are, the better you will perform.’” He shared that practicing scenes beforehand is essential—“I visualize scenes before giving shots. I never look into mirrors while practicing scenes.”

His Favorite Character

As many thought, Aamir’s favorite character was ‘Taare Zameen Par.’ “It taught many parents to be patient with their children, support them and be empathetic with their little ones!” He recalled the impact this character had on him.

Other Tips for Filmmakers

For those new to film-making, Mr. Khan gave practical advice: “‘Do what the scene demands, and don’t waste time.’” He also emphasized the importance of collaboration between actors, directors, and writers—“It’s not just an actor’s perspective; it’s a collective effort.”

Final Thoughts

Aamir’s insights resonate with anyone who has ever struggled with acting in a film. His emphasis on practice, authenticity, and collaboration highlights the timeless value of teamwork in storytelling. As the festival drew to a close, the audience left feeling inspired by Aamir’s dedication and creativity.

Aamir’s advice is timeless: “The more you practice, the more the art will become second nature.”

The festival continues to be a haven for those seeking inspiration, where teamwork between actors, directors, and filmmakers creates stunning narratives. Thank you, Mr. Khan, for sharing your wisdom with the world of film.