In 2017, Khan appeared in two films, "Hindi Medium" which was commercially and critically successful. Khan's portrayal as Raj Batra in "Hindi Medium" earned him several accolades, one of which was the Filmfare Award for Best Actor. "Hindi Medium" became a sleeper hit in India and China, becoming his highest-grossing Hindi release, surpassing "The Lunchbox". He also starred in "No Bed of Roses" (2017). As of 2017, his films had grossed () at the worldwide box office. His next release was "Qarib Qarib Singlle" opposite Parvathy Thiruvothu, who was making her debut in Hindi cinema. The movie received praise for the story and the performances by the lead.