'LagaanOne of the most iconic films of Hindi cinema, Bhuvan continues to enthrall audiences even more than two decades after its release. Directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, the 2001 epic sports drama not only impressed viewers with its gripping story of an oppressed people fighting against British colonialists in a cricket match, but also earned international recognition by bagging a nomination at the 74th Academy Awards in the Best Foreign Language Film category. The film starred Aamir Khan, who played the memorable role of Bhuvan, alongside Gracy Singh, Rachel Shelley and Hollywood actor Paul Blackthorne.
However, what many fans might not know is that Aamir Khan faced an unexpected challenge during the making of ‘Lagaan’ – his moustache. Recently, the social media account of Aamir Khan’s banner shared an interesting behind-the-scenes video from the set on Instagram, shedding light on this hilarious incident. The clip shows Aamir experimenting with different moustaches, unsure of how the style would look for his character.
The video begins with Aamir standing in front of a mirror, shaving off his beard while sporting a moustache. He says, “I am going to show it to Ashu (Ashutosh Gowariker) and then come back here and take it off,” highlighting his uncertainty about whether the moustache would suit his character, Bhuvan, or not. In the background, the film’s director, Ashutosh Gowariker, narrates how meticulous Aamir Khan is when it comes to his on-screen roles. He reveals, “Aamir was very concerned about his moustache, or rather his lack of it,” indicating that the actor was particularly concerned about how his character would look in the film, especially considering the clean-shaven look typically associated with village boys of that era.
The behind-the-scenes clip also includes moments where Aamir humorously reflects on his situation and mentions the challenges of maintaining his moustache given the harsh conditions in the film's setting. He comments, “Ek toh baarish nahin hai, khaane ke vaande hain, aur ye shave kar raha hai,” poking fun at the character's daily struggles while thinking about his facial hair.
Ashutosh Gowariker goes on to explain how Aamir would present him with different styles of moustaches in the hope of finding one that would suit his character. However, in the end, the director decided to have Bhuvan appear without a moustache in the film as he believed that the clean-shaven look would suit the story and the character better.
Aamir Khan Productions' Instagram post, captioned “toh ka kar sakte the, tha koi chaara?” (What could be done? Was there any other option?), sparked a flurry of responses from fans. Internet users were quick to praise the actor's commitment and dedication, further cementing his status as one of Bollywood's top talents.
While Aamir Khan’s moustache may have caused some tension on set, his dedication to the craft and attention to detail undoubtedly played a major role in the film’s success. ‘Lagaan’ remains a timeless masterpiece, and its behind-the-scenes stories, like this one, offer fans a deeper appreciation for the hard work that went into making it a cinematic triumph.
However, what many fans might not know is that Aamir Khan faced an unexpected challenge during the making of ‘Lagaan’ – his moustache. Recently, the social media account of Aamir Khan’s banner shared an interesting behind-the-scenes video from the set on Instagram, shedding light on this hilarious incident. The clip shows Aamir experimenting with different moustaches, unsure of how the style would look for his character.
The video begins with Aamir standing in front of a mirror, shaving off his beard while sporting a moustache. He says, “I am going to show it to Ashu (Ashutosh Gowariker) and then come back here and take it off,” highlighting his uncertainty about whether the moustache would suit his character, Bhuvan, or not. In the background, the film’s director, Ashutosh Gowariker, narrates how meticulous Aamir Khan is when it comes to his on-screen roles. He reveals, “Aamir was very concerned about his moustache, or rather his lack of it,” indicating that the actor was particularly concerned about how his character would look in the film, especially considering the clean-shaven look typically associated with village boys of that era.
The behind-the-scenes clip also includes moments where Aamir humorously reflects on his situation and mentions the challenges of maintaining his moustache given the harsh conditions in the film's setting. He comments, “Ek toh baarish nahin hai, khaane ke vaande hain, aur ye shave kar raha hai,” poking fun at the character's daily struggles while thinking about his facial hair.
Ashutosh Gowariker goes on to explain how Aamir would present him with different styles of moustaches in the hope of finding one that would suit his character. However, in the end, the director decided to have Bhuvan appear without a moustache in the film as he believed that the clean-shaven look would suit the story and the character better.
Aamir Khan Productions' Instagram post, captioned “toh ka kar sakte the, tha koi chaara?” (What could be done? Was there any other option?), sparked a flurry of responses from fans. Internet users were quick to praise the actor's commitment and dedication, further cementing his status as one of Bollywood's top talents.
While Aamir Khan’s moustache may have caused some tension on set, his dedication to the craft and attention to detail undoubtedly played a major role in the film’s success. ‘Lagaan’ remains a timeless masterpiece, and its behind-the-scenes stories, like this one, offer fans a deeper appreciation for the hard work that went into making it a cinematic triumph.