Aamir Khan Risked His Life For Ghulam’s Iconic Train Scene – Vikram Bhatt Reveals Shocking Details!
Bollywood’s Mr. Perfectionist Aamir Khan is famous for his dedication and commitment to perfection. But did you know he once risked his life to shoot a dangerous stunt scene in his 1998 blockbuster film Ghulam?
In a recent interview, renowned Indian filmmaker Vikram Bhatt opened up about the nerve-wracking experience on the sets of Ghulam. The director revealed that Aamir Khan, who played the lead opposite Rani Mukerji, insisted on performing a life-threatening stunt himself—without any VFX or body doubles.
⚡ Aamir Khan’s Dangerous Train Stunt In Ghulam
The scene in question featured Aamir Khan running towards an oncoming train—a pulse-pounding moment that has now become iconic in Bollywood action sequences.
According to Vikram Bhatt, the scene was so risky that he advised Aamir to use visual effects. But the actor had other ideas. Aamir wanted authenticity. He personally spoke to the train driver, first requesting the train to approach at 20 kmph. However, he soon asked the speed to be increased to 40 kmph for a more realistic effect.
😱 A Narrow Escape From Death!
Vikram Bhatt shared that there was a terrifying moment when the train charged towards Aamir at around 40-45 kmph. There was no way to stop it midway, and for a split second, everyone thought something tragic was about to happen. The director later analyzed the footage and discovered that Aamir escaped a deadly accident by just a fraction of a second! He pointed out that Aamir’s shadow fell on a pole exactly 24 frames before the train’s shadow appeared in the shot.
🎬 Aamir’s Casual Remark Left Vikram Bhatt Speechless
Recalling the harrowing day, Vikram Bhatt said he was visibly shaken. After the shoot, Aamir casually joked, “Vicky, if I were a director, I wouldn’t let any actor do this stunt!” Bhatt admitted he was stunned by Aamir’s nonchalant attitude and wondered what kind of fearless person he was.
Meanwhile, Vikram Bhatt’s upcoming film Tum Ko Meri Kasam is set to release on March 21, 2025, featuring Esha Deol, Adah Sharma, Anupam Kher, and Ashok Singh in pivotal roles.