Faisal Khan, the younger brother of Bollywood star Aamir Khan, has shared disturbing claims about a painful phase in his life when he says he was mistreated by his family, including Aamir.
In a recent interview, Faisal alleged that Aamir kept him confined in their home for an entire year, during which his phone was taken away, bodyguards were placed outside his room and he was forcibly given medication. He added that his family labelled him schizophrenic and isolated him from society by suggesting he was dangerous and could harm others.
Recalling his struggles, Faisal said he tried to reach out to people in the film industry in hopes of reviving his career. He approached Yash Raj Films to meet Aditya Chopra but was denied an appointment. After that, he visited Shah Rukh Khan’s home, Mannat, but received no response.
He also reached out to Arbaaz Khan in an attempt to connect with Salman Khan, yet the message never reached him. Additionally, he claims to have tried casting Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor in one of his projects, but their secretaries never responded.
Despite these allegations, Faisal has occasionally been seen at family gatherings, including the recent wedding of Aamir’s daughter Ira Khan. While many question whether his claims are entirely true or simply an attempt to gain attention, his statements highlight the stigma attached to mental health in the industry and the difficulties faced by those attempting a comeback.
Social media reactions have criticised Aamir for allegedly preaching inclusion while isolating his own brother over mental health issues. If Faisal’s allegations hold weight, they expose a darker side of the industry where public figures promote values they may not practise in their personal lives.
