Aamir Khan Faces Political Backlash After Third Marriage to Gauri Spratt as Nitesh Rane’s Remarks Spark Controversy

Days after Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan married longtime partner Gauri Spratt in a private ceremony, the actor has found himself at the centre of a political controversy. Maharashtra Fisheries and Ports Minister Nitesh Rane stirred a fresh debate after questioning the actor’s third marriage and linking it to the contentious issue of “love jihad”—remarks that have since ignited widespread reactions across social media and political circles.

Addressing the media, Rane urged people to “think before watching Aamir Khan’s films” and questioned whether the actor’s marriage should be viewed merely as a personal decision. Referring to the union, the BJP leader claimed it reflected a larger pattern that, according to him, deserved public attention. His comments quickly went viral, drawing both support and criticism, with many accusing him of politicising the actor’s personal life.

Bajrang Dal Members Protest, Demand Boycott of Aamir Khan’s Films

The controversy escalated further after members of Bajrang Dal staged protests against Aamir Khan over his marriage to Gauri Spratt. Protesters raised slogans and alleged that the marriage was an example of “love jihad,” demanding that people boycott the actor’s films and question the growing acceptance of such interfaith marriages.

Visuals from the protest, which circulated widely on social media, showed demonstrators holding placards and raising slogans against the actor. The demonstrations added a fresh political dimension to what initially began as entertainment news, with the issue soon dominating television debates and online discussions.

The protests have also reignited conversations around the use of the term “love jihad,” a phrase frequently invoked in political discourse. While several BJP leaders have previously used the expression to describe alleged cases of religious conversion through marriage, critics argue that the term has no universally accepted legal definition and is often used to target interfaith relationships.

Aamir Khan Yet to Respond as Personal Milestone Turns into National Debate

Aamir Khan has not publicly responded to either Nitesh Rane’s remarks or the protests. Gauri Spratt has also remained silent on the controversy.

The actor married Gauri Spratt in an intimate ceremony attended by close friends and family, marking his third marriage after his previous marriages to Reena Dutta and filmmaker Kiran Rao. While news of the wedding was initially celebrated by fans and members of the film industry, the political backlash has shifted the focus from the couple’s personal milestone to a wider ideological debate.

As the controversy continues to unfold, the episode once again highlights how celebrity weddings in India can quickly transcend the entertainment world and become flashpoints for political commentary and social discourse. Whether the row subsides or gathers further momentum, Aamir Khan’s marriage has undoubtedly become one of the most talked-about celebrity stories of the year.