Popular actor-filmmaker Aamir Khan is preparing to fly to Toronto for the screening of his wife Kiran Rao's directorial debut "Dhobi Ghat" at the upcoming Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).

"Getting ready to leave for Toronto. First screening of 'Dhobi Ghat' on Sep 10 at the festival. Too many nervous days too close together, " Aamir posted on his Facebook page.

The film festival is to be held Sep 9-18.

In "Dhobi Ghat", Aamir plays the lead role of a painter. Set in Mumbai, the film revolves around four people who are separated by class and language but drawn together in compelling relationships.