Aamir Khan's Only National Film Award: The 'Angry Young Man' Role in Raakh

• Aamir Khan won his only National Film Award for acting (Special Mention) for his 'angry young man' role in the 1989 film *Raakh*.
• *Raakh* presented a darker, grittier side of Aamir, contrasting with his romantic image from *Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak*, though it was shot earlier.
• He played Amir Hussain, a young man consumed by guilt and anger, seeking revenge after a traumatic incident involving his girlfriend Neeta (Supriya Pathak).
• Directed by Aditya Bhattacharya, the film also featured Pankaj Kapur and marked the debuts of editor Sreekar Prasad and cinematographer Santosh Sivan.
• Despite its critical acclaim, Aamir's family initially preferred *Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak* for his commercial launch due to its romantic appeal.