<p>Superstar Aamir Khan on Thursday said he will be returning to acting after a year and would like to spend time with his family while away from the big screen.</p>.<p>Khan, whose last theatrical release <em>Laal Singh Chaddha</em> opened to mixed reviews and poor box office collections, will be seen in a special role in the upcoming movie <em>Salaam Venky</em>.</p>.<p>The 57-year-old star, however, has no plans to headline a film.</p>.<p>"I am not doing anything. I have been working for a long time, so now I want to spend time with family. Work is underway on Paani foundation, and there are other things as well. I will come back to acting after a year. But you can see me in a small role in this film (<em>Salaam Venky</em>)," Khan told reporters here at the premier of the movie directed by Revathy.</p>.<p>The superstar had announced his plans to go on a hiatus last month.</p>.<p><em>Salaam Venky</em>, featuring Kajol and Vishal Jethwa, is inspired by the true story of the young chess player Kolavennu Venkatesh, who had Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). He died in 2004.</p>.<p>DMD is a genetic disorder which causes skeletal and heart muscle weakness that gets worse with time. Venkatesh’s death sparked a debate about euthanasia, commonly known as mercy killing, in India.</p>.<p>Khan said he is glad that Revathy gave him the opportunity to be part of such a "heartwarming" and "inspirational" story.</p>.<p>"I am glad Revathi gave me an opportunity to be part of this film... It is a true story. Venky was alive a few years ago. His mother Sujatha and their story is so inspirational. I felt so happy that Revathy has made a film on this. This film is so beautiful and moving. Every artist has worked so well. I am happy and proud to be part of this film," the actor said.</p>.<p><em>Salaam Venky</em> is produced by Suuraj Sinngh, Shraddha Agrawal, and Varsha Kukreja under the banner of BLIVE Productions and RTAKE Studios. The film is set to hit the theatres on Friday.</p>
<p>Superstar Aamir Khan on Thursday said he will be returning to acting after a year and would like to spend time with his family while away from the big screen.</p>.<p>Khan, whose last theatrical release <em>Laal Singh Chaddha</em> opened to mixed reviews and poor box office collections, will be seen in a special role in the upcoming movie <em>Salaam Venky</em>.</p>.<p>The 57-year-old star, however, has no plans to headline a film.</p>.<p>"I am not doing anything. I have been working for a long time, so now I want to spend time with family. Work is underway on Paani foundation, and there are other things as well. I will come back to acting after a year. But you can see me in a small role in this film (<em>Salaam Venky</em>)," Khan told reporters here at the premier of the movie directed by Revathy.</p>.<p>The superstar had announced his plans to go on a hiatus last month.</p>.<p><em>Salaam Venky</em>, featuring Kajol and Vishal Jethwa, is inspired by the true story of the young chess player Kolavennu Venkatesh, who had Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). He died in 2004.</p>.<p>DMD is a genetic disorder which causes skeletal and heart muscle weakness that gets worse with time. Venkatesh’s death sparked a debate about euthanasia, commonly known as mercy killing, in India.</p>.<p>Khan said he is glad that Revathy gave him the opportunity to be part of such a "heartwarming" and "inspirational" story.</p>.<p>"I am glad Revathi gave me an opportunity to be part of this film... It is a true story. Venky was alive a few years ago. His mother Sujatha and their story is so inspirational. I felt so happy that Revathy has made a film on this. This film is so beautiful and moving. Every artist has worked so well. I am happy and proud to be part of this film," the actor said.</p>.<p><em>Salaam Venky</em> is produced by Suuraj Sinngh, Shraddha Agrawal, and Varsha Kukreja under the banner of BLIVE Productions and RTAKE Studios. The film is set to hit the theatres on Friday.</p>