ROLE MODEL ESSAY 3 (600 WORDS)

ROLE MODEL ESSAY 3 (600 WORDS)

Introduction

I am a big Bollywood fan and my role model thus happens to be a Bollywood celebrity. I aspire to be like the perfectionist of the industry, Amir Khan.

Personal Life, Family and Success in Bollywood

Amir Khan was born on 14th march 1965 in a family of film makers. His father, Tasir Hussain, was a producer and Uncle Nasir Hussain was a producer-director in 1970’s. He made his debut in the film industry as a child artist at the age of eight in a hit movie Yadon Ki Barat in 1973. Amir Khan has evolved as an actor in 45 years since he made his first appearance in the movies.

Amir Khan is a legendry superstar in the Indian film Industry and a role model for every aspiring actor. He has established great heights in Bollywood and art films. He made his debut as a lead actor in movie Qayamat se Qayamat Tak opposite Juhi Chawla in 1988 directed by Mansoor Khan and produced by Nasir Hussain which launched him to stardom. He found his box-office success with Dil in 1990 and Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin in 1991. He won his place in the heart of audience with Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar in 1992 and was there to rule forever.

He has given variation to his audience by playing diverse characters in different genres. He has been cherished for super hits like Andaz Apna Apna, Rangeela, Raja Hindustani, Lagaan, Three Idiots, Sarfarosh, Dangal, Mangal Pandey and many more. Amir Khan is very selective in his roles and chooses to work in one film a year to dedicate his full time and energy for the role. His movies are heartfelt and are cherished for lifetime.

Like every other actor he too had his share of hits and flops, he has endured controversies and embarrassments too. He has been criticized and appreciated for his work. The road to stardom is never easy but Amir has constantly evolved and re-invented his persona. He is no doubt Indian cinemas most loved and esteemed figure now.

He has given variation to his audience not only as an actor but has also made his mark as a producer, director, TV show host and a playback singer. Amir Khan is the founder of Amir Khan Productions. His production Colonial drama Lagaan has drawn International attention to Indian Cinema. Lagaan was a big blockbuster hit and has won number of awards in various categories. The film has also won public’s Choice award at Switzerland’s Locarno Film Festival. Lagaan has also been in the UK’s list of top ten films.

His directorial debut film Taare Zameen Par a drama on dyslexia proved to be a huge success winning him the National Film Award for best film on family welfare as well as number of other star screen and film fare awards.

Amir Khan also made his debut in television on 6th May, 2012 by hosting a show Satyamev Jayate, a talk show discussing various social causes. Not only on television but Amir Khan is associated with several social causes in his real life. He has raised voice to support various campaigns and protests such as Jan lok pal bill, Narmada Bachao Andolan. He is also UNICEF regional goodwill ambassador and the brand ambassador of Incredible India Tourism campaign. He supports various causes such as Disaster relief, Environment health, Health, Education, Human rights, Slavery and Human Trafficking, etc. He constantly tries to create awareness about social issues through his movies.

Conclusion:

Mr. Perfectionist, apart from his on-screen work, is an actor who takes his responsibility towards the society seriously. I really admire the overall personality of this star. He is truly an inspiration for me. I am a die-heart fan of him as his vision towards life inspires me.