Aamir Khan, who turned 25 on Monday filmdom, attributes this success to the mistakes he made in recent years. One of the most respected and versatile actors of his generation, he admits when he started, he never thought he would get this far."I've had successful films, but I learned a lot of those movies. Give my failures as important as my success," Aamir said in a press conference on Monday to celebrate its silver anniversary in the industry.His debut film 'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak "was released on April 29, 1988 and proved to be a game changer in the box office, which is reeling under hackneyed plots and failures.A cool movie with fresh faces brought a breath of fresh air. If the stitching beautifully romantic saga launched Aamir Khan in the film industry, also introduced as director Mansoor Khan and Juhi Chawla gave maturity.If the story was cool, so was the music of the film is still remembered lilting numbers like "Gazab ka hai din", "Akele hain to kya gum hai" and "Papa kehte hain" that were picturized on a completely different style.Two decades and a half ago, Aamir was not sure about how his career would be in shape."When I was new, I did not know that my career will go away. At first, my films were not even successful, but then I learned a lot from my mistakes," said the 48-year-old that, "Love Love Love" "Mujhsa Nahin Deewana", etc had bombed at the box office."When my three or four unsuccessful films, I decided that I will not sign a film for money, a large banner or a specific person. Decided I'm going to listen to my heart.'s Why I started doing fewer films. I followed this date to, "said the actor who made his mark with his work in" Raja Hindustani "," Sarfarosh "and" Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke ".By reducing their tasks, Aamir admits he became the target of a joke."The way it used to work was different from industry standards. People used to laugh at me and I thought that I will not be able to keep for a long time," said Aamir, who not only proved naysayers wrong, but also earned the label of a "thinking actor".Year 2001 marked a turning point in the race when he turned producer Aamir Oscar nominated period drama "Lagaan - Once Upon a Time in India", and later directed issue based film "Taare Zameen Par".Post "Lagaan", which has been part of some of the biggest hits of the decade as "Dil Chahta Hai", "Rang De Basanti", "Ghajini" and "3 Idiots"."I do what I feel is right. I have no fear of walking on the new route and take the risk," he said.After reaching the top of the pyramid, which says: "I never thought this would happen. I can not believe what I got here.'m Happy to have entertained people and made them happy."On occasion, Aamir thanked directors, filmmakers and others who have contributed to his career."I want to thank the writers and directors and others who have worked with me. All have contributed to my journey ... I also want to thank my fans, I got much love and respect," he said."I want to thank my family. Our field is hard and the family has to go through a lot," said Aamir, who is married to Kiran Rao, director.When it comes to dreams unfulfilled, Aamir has one too."I've always wanted to work with Dilip Kumar. He is one of the best actors in the world and lost to work with him," Aamir said. - IANS