A quiet birthday for Aamir Khan as he turns 49

Superstar Aamir Khan, who turned 49 today, will be spending a quiet birthday with his family.

"I am happy to be turning 49. I have learnt a lot in life. It was an exciting journey... I am grateful for the love I have received. I am thankful to God, fans. I hope to lead a healthy life," Aamir told reporters here.

It was Aamir's wife Kiran Rao who wished him first. "It is family time today. I am going to spend the day with family," he said.

Aamir said he is expecting a call from good friend Salman Khan.

"He has not called me yet. If he remembers he will wish. I hope he calls," he added.

Aamir had a wonderful 2013 and he hopes to replicate it this year as well.

"last year, 'Dhoom 3' released and it did very well. This year, I have 'PK' releasing in Christmas and then we have 'Satyamev Jayate' and we will show it in three parts. This year, I am dedicating to 'Satyamev Jayate'," he added.

Born to film producer Tahir Hussain and Zeenat, the actor-producer has given memorable and blockbuster films like 'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak', 'Dil', 'Sarfarosh', 'lagaan', 'Dil Chahta Hai' 'Rang De Basanti', 'Taare Zameen Par', '3 Idiots' among others.