By News18
In the world of Bollywood, two names stand out for their consistent box office success and massive fan following – Aamir Khan and Shah Rukh Khan. Both actors have delivered numerous critically acclaimed and commercially successful films over the decades. While Aamir Khan is known for his perfectionist approach to cinema, Shah Rukh Khan has long been admired for his romantic and emotional roles.
With their wide-ranging filmographies, one question often arises among fans and film lovers – which of the two stars holds the highest IMDb rating for a film in their career?
Aamir Khan’s Top-Rated Film
Aamir Khan’s highest-rated film is 3 Idiots, directed by Rajkumar Hirani. Released on December 25, 2009, the film became a massive success both critically and commercially. It currently holds an IMDb rating of 8.4 out of 10, making it the most highly rated film of Aamir’s career.
3 Idiots is a comedy-drama that explores the Indian education system, college life, and the pursuit of purpose. Aamir plays the role of ‘Rancho’, who, along with his friends ‘Farhan’ (R. Madhavan) and ‘Raju’ (Sharman Joshi), questions conventional learning. The film also stars Kareena Kapoor and Boman Irani and is regarded as one of the most impactful films of its time.
Shah Rukh Khan’s Top-Rated Film
Shah Rukh Khan’s highest-rated film is Swades, directed by Ashutosh Gowariker. Released on December 17, 2004, the film has an IMDb rating of 8.2 out of 10 and is widely considered one of Shah Rukh’s finest performances.
In Swades, SRK plays ‘Mohan Bhargava’, a NASA scientist who returns to India to reconnect with his roots. The story follows his journey as he works to bring positive change to a rural village. The film’s message and soundtrack continue to resonate with audiences even today.
A Close Race on IMDb
While both actors have several acclaimed films to their credit, Aamir Khan’s 3 Idiots currently holds the top spot with an IMDb rating of 8.4. Shah Rukh Khan’s Swades follows closely behind with 8.2. Although the difference is slight, it adds another dimension to the long-standing comparison between two of Bollywood’s biggest stars.