India, March 27 -- When Laapataa Ladies released in theatres in December 2023, director Kiran Rao had revealed that her ex-husband and the film's producer, Aamir Khan, was keen to play the cop in the film. Aamir even auditioned for the role that eventually went to Ravi Kishan. Now, the footage of Aamir's audition is out and has the internet praising Kiran for making the right choice. (Also read: 'Itna seriously nahi lena chahiye': Aamir Khan reacts to Laapataa Ladies' exit from Oscars 2025 race)

The audition tape was shared by Aamir's new YouTube channel, Aamir Khan Talkies, on Wednesday. It shows Aamir in a police uniform with slicked-back hair and chewing a paan, the signature style of the character. He is seen saying a few lines from ...