Aamir Khan Birthday Special: Best shows from Taare Zameen Par to PK to watch on OTT

Over the years, Aamir Khan has taken on roles that require discipline, range and emotional precision. From the resilient Bhuvan in ‘Lagaan’ to the stern Mahavir Singh Phogat in ‘Dangal’, the sympathetic Ram Shankar Nikumbh in ‘Taare Zameen Par’, and the unusual yet poignant PK in ‘PK’, he has time and again demonstrated an ability to enter very different worlds and make each character compelling. He often prepares by reshaping his body and understanding the character in detail. Viewers respond to his roles because they seem human, believable and easy to understand. This consistency has helped him shape some of the most memorable performances in Indian cinema. Today, as the actor turns 61, here is a list of the best Aamir Khan shows that you can watch on OTT.

‘Dangal’ runs for 161 minutes and features Aamir Khan, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Sanya Malhotra, Sakshi Tanwar and Aparshakti Khurana. Khan is seen playing the role of Mahavir Singh Phogat in the film. This is one of his most physically and emotionally committed performances. Aamir Khan handles the role with complete conviction, turning Mahaveer into an inspiring and challenging character at the same time. It shows the character’s relentless discipline and emotional distance without trying to mitigate them. Khan also shows that Mahavir’s purposeful pursuit of success comes with emotional pressure, sacrifice and constant internal tension. The performances anchor the film with intensity and depth.
It can be streamed on Netflix.

‘Lagaan’ is a 224-minute film starring Aamir Khan, Gracie Singh, Paul Blackthorne, Rachel Shelley, and Suhasini Mulay. Khan has played the role of Bhuvan. This remains one of Aamir Khan’s best performances as he brings quiet strength to a multi-layered character who leads his village through fear, humiliation and hope. Bhuvan is not written loudly or flashy, and this helps Khan build his character with conviction and quiet intensity. He makes the character believable as an ordinary villager and an unlikely leader. Even over the course of a long film, it maintains a strong and consistent emotional pull. His performance gives the sports drama its soul.
The film is available to rent on YouTube Movies.

The movie “PK” lasts for 153 minutes, and stars Aamir Khan, Anushka Sharma, Sushant Singh Rajput and Boman Irani. Khan plays the titular role. This is one of his most daring performances because he builds character through body language, timing, and innocence rather than traditional drama. As an alien trying to understand human behavior, he makes PK unexpectedly funny, strange, and emotional. Khan uses his voice, posture, and expressions to create a character that feels completely authentic. The performance could have easily turned into a gimmick, but he keeps it human and poignant. This balance between irony and feeling is what makes his work in the film so memorable.
The film is available to stream on Netflix.

‘Taare Zameen Par’ has a duration of 165 minutes and stars Aamir Khan, Darsheel Safari, Tisca Chopra and Vipin Sharma. Aamir Khan plays the role of Ram Shankar Nikumbh in the film. This performance stands out for its warmth and restraint. Rather than overpower the story, Khan gently steps in and lets the emotional core unfold through empathy. As Nikumbh, he plays a teacher who sees what others miss in the struggling child. His calm screen presence, gentle expressions and unwavering warmth give the character real emotional depth. It brings compassion without emotion, which is difficult to do. The result is a performance that feels healing, honest, and unforgettable.
The film is available for rent on YouTube Movies.