Bollywood star Aamir Khan recently opened up about one of the darkest periods of his life, his painful struggle with depression and alcoholism following his divorce from first wife Reena Dutta. In a candid conversation, the actor revealed that he was emotionally shattered after the separation and resorted to alcohol to numb his pain.
Aamir shared that for more than a year, he would pass out every night due to excessive drinking. “I was trying to ki*l myself slowly with alcohol,” he confessed. The actor, known for his perfectionist image and controlled demeanor, admitted that this phase left him feeling directionless and emotionally broken.
His divorce from Reena Dutta, with whom he shares two children, happened in 2002 after 16 years of marriage. While both remained on cordial terms, Aamir said the emotional toll was far deeper than he initially realized.
The actor reflected on how personal turmoil overshadowed his professional success, and it took time, introspection, and support to pull himself out of that dark phase. “I was just trying to survive,” he said.
Today, Aamir is in a better place and hopes his story helps others battling similar emotional struggles. His honest confession is being praised for shedding light on mental health and the silent battles many face behind closed doors.
