The film also explores the theme of identity, questioning what it means to be an Indian, a Muslim, or an American. Rizwan's Asperger's syndrome serves as a metaphor for the ways in which society often marginalizes and misunderstands those who are different.

My Name is Khan (2010), directed by Karan Johar and starring Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, is a film of immense moral weight. It tells the story of Rizwan Khan, a Muslim man with Asperger’s syndrome, who embarks on a journey across America to tell the President that “My name is Khan, and I am not a terrorist.” It is a film about dignity, empathy, and the fight against post-9/11 Islamophobia. Its natural home is the big screen or a premium streaming service—a place that respects its artistry and the financial investment of its creators.

Directed by , My Name Is Khan marked a significant shift from his usual romantic dramas to a powerful social commentary on Islamophobia and humanity in post-9/11 America.