Aamir KhanHis best friend and co-star of Lagaan Amin Hajee shared details about the superstar’s secret wedding with Gauri Spratt, giving fans a glimpse of the celebration and Aamirlife away from the light.Speaking to Rediff, Amin revealed everything, from how Aamir introduced Gauri to his close friends to the actor’s growing up with his five-year-old son Quinn. He also defended Aamir from being criticized in his personal life, saying that the actor has always handled his relationships with honesty and responsibility.
‘It was like one big family’
Describing the wedding celebrations, Amin said what stood out the most was how warm and comfortable everything was.“I think the best part was that we all met one day before the wedding, like friends do together for lunch. It was a casual evening where Aamir invited his best friends. Gauri’s family was also there; they are very loving and wonderful people,” he said.According to Amin, there were no elaborate ceremonies or rituals.“The wedding was held at Aamir’s house. We didn’t follow traditional wedding rituals. Many people ask if there was a sangeet ceremony or other ceremonies, but there wasn’t. We just chatted, chatted, laughed and had fun.”He added that Gauri’s father Robert “Bob” Spratt, her twin sister Shauna, and other family members attended the celebrations.
‘I think I’ve found my magic’
Amin revealed that Aamir had told his close friends about Gauri almost a year before he showed her in public.“About a year ago, Aamir invited a few of us to his house and said, ‘I want to talk to you about something. He told us that there was someone special in his life. Aamir is a very emotional person, and I remember he had tears of joy in his eyes.”“He said, ‘I think I’ve found my magic.’Amin said Aamir also spoke highly of Quinn and the respect he had for Gauri and her son from the beginning.
‘They always move forward in the right direction’
Amin also addressed public discussions about Aamir’s past relationship with Reena Dutta and Kiran Raosaying that the actor deserves more praise than he gets.“I’ve known Aamir for over 35 years, and I’ve always admired his respect for marriage. Many people sneer after a failed relationship, but not him. He’s always respected marriage.”He also said: “People often make jokes about his life, but what they don’t see is that he has been honest and fair.” Very few people accept this.”Amin also said that he saw Aamir in pain. “People joke about finding love again after so many years, but 15 years is a long time. I’ve seen him go through heartache. I’ve seen him cry. Relationships are not as easy as outsiders think.”
‘Gauri is an angel’
Talking about Gauri, Amin had nothing but praise.“He’s an angel. He’s mature and thoughtful.”He remembered one conversation that remained.“He told me, ‘I have a son who needs my attention and love. I have to make sure that I find success in this new phase of my life.’ That was the right thing to say.”Amin also revealed that Aamir and Gauri stood by him during the recent medical procedure. Before his heart started, Gauri comforted him by saying, “Whenever you stay calm, remind yourself that everything will be alright.”After the operation, he said: “He held my hand, looked me in the eyes, and just smiled.
Aamir and Quinn’s sweet relationship
One of the most touching moments Amin shared was about Aamir and Quinn’s relationship.“Quinn is only five years old, and she just calls him ‘Aamir’. Their relationship didn’t start recently, it’s been like this for a year.”He recalled one evening in Panchgani when Aamir was in the middle of an important conversation.“Then Quinn asked Aamir to read him a bedtime story. Without a second thought, Aamir looked at us and said, ‘Guys, I’ll be right back,’ and immediately got up to read Quinn his bedtime story.”For Amin, moments like this work best for who Aamir is beyond the cameras, a devoted friend, a loving father, and someone who finds time to spend with the people who matter most.