Aamir Khan’s ex-wife calls him ‘VVVIP’ after actor announces new romance with Gauri Spratt

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan recently turned 60, and his milestone birthday was marked by warm wishes from family and friends. Among those celebrating him was his ex-wife, filmmaker Kiran Rao, who took to social media to share a heartfelt tribute. Her post came just a day after Aamir publicly confirmed his relationship with Gauri Spratt during an informal interaction with the media.

Kiran Rao’s Birthday Wish

Kiran Rao, who was married to Aamir for 16 years before their separation in 2021, shared a series of memorable photos on Instagram. The post featured a mix of recent and throwback images, capturing cherished moments with their 13-year-old son, Azad Rao Khan. One of the pictures showed Aamir flying a kite with Azad, while another depicted the father-son duo in a lighthearted moment inside a car.

Captioning the post, Kiran wrote, “HBD to the VVVIP in our lives! Thank you for the hugs and the laughs and for always having our backs. We love you! xx K #aamirkhan.”


Fans quickly flooded the comments section, admiring the warmth and affection in the pictures. Many praised the “wholesome” nature of the post, with some fans calling it a “beautiful tribute.”

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Aamir Khan Introduces Gauri Spratt

Just a day before his birthday, Aamir Khan surprised many by confirming his relationship with Gauri Spratt. He introduced her to the media at an informal meet-and-greet in Mumbai, where he reportedly requested paparazzi not to take photographs of her, respecting her privacy.

While Gauri Spratt has largely stayed away from the limelight, reports suggest that she has a background in hairdressing and holds an FDA in Fashion, Styling, and Photography from the University of Arts, London. Originally from Bengaluru, she comes from a multicultural background, with a Tamilian mother and an Irish father. She is also a mother to a six-year-old son.

Aamir and Kiran’s Relationship Over the Years

Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao’s relationship began on the sets of Lagaan, where she was one of the assistant directors. They tied the knot in 2005, three years after Aamir’s divorce from his first wife, Reena Dutta. Aamir and Kiran welcomed their son Azad through surrogacy in 2011. Despite their separation in 2021, they have continued to share an amicable relationship and co-parent Azad.