Fatima Sana Shaikh, known for her roles in films like Dangal and Sam Bahadur, has often been in the limelight not only for her professional endeavors but also for her personal life, including her equation with Aamir Khan's family. In numerous interviews and social media interactions, Fatima has expressed fondness and admiration for Ira Khan, Aamir Khan's daughter.

Fatima has consistently emphasized the "big heart" that Ira possesses. She has often spoken about their bond, highlighting the warmth and affection she receives from Ira. This sentiment was particularly evident during Ira's engagement celebrations with Nupur Shikhare in November 2022, where Fatima actively participated and shared heartfelt posts, expressing her joy and love for the couple. She affectionately called Ira and Nupur "awkward people" while also conveying her happiness for them.

However, Fatima's absence from Ira's wedding sparked rumors and speculations about a possible rift between her and the Khan family. Despite attending Ira's engagement ceremony, Fatima's absence from the wedding raised eyebrows and led to social media discussions about the nature of her relationship with Aamir and Ira. Some netizens pointed out that Fatima had even posted about the engagement on social media, making her absence from the wedding all the more conspicuous.

Adding fuel to the fire were previous rumors linking Fatima romantically with Aamir Khan, especially after his divorce from Kiran Rao. These rumors, which both Fatima and Aamir have denied, added complexity to the public's perception of Fatima's equation with the Khan family. Fatima has previously addressed these dating rumors, admitting that they initially affected her but that she has since learned to ignore them. She expressed that such speculation bothered her because people might assume negative things about her based on unfounded rumors.

Despite the speculations, there have also been reports and observations suggesting a comfortable and friendly dynamic between Fatima, Ira, and even Kiran Rao. Eyewitness accounts have described instances where Fatima and Ira appeared to be close friends, and all three were at ease in each other's company.

Fatima has also spoken about the lessons she has learned from Aamir Khan, particularly during the filming of Dangal. She mentioned that he taught her the importance of discipline, punctuality, and awareness on set. She considers him a "giving actor" from whom she learned valuable professional habits.

Amidst her personal life, Fatima is currently focused on her upcoming films, Metro In Dino and Aap Jaisa Koi. She is also navigating the challenges of living with epilepsy, a condition she has recently opened up about to raise awareness and encourage others facing similar struggles. Fatima shared a harrowing experience of having a seizure mid-air during a flight and the subsequent impact on her health and career.