Jul 23, 2024
By: Ayush Mehrotra
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Shah Rukh Khan was offered the lead position in Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. but was declined due to spine surgery. Sanjay Dutt took the role, and the film became a massive success.
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Director Ashutosh Gowariker offered Shah Rukh Khan the lead role of Bhuvan in Lagaan, but scheduling conflicts prevented him from accepting. Aamir Khan was cast instead, and the film received critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination.
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Shah Rukh Khan declined the role of Ajay Rathod in Rang De Basanti due to scheduling conflicts. Madhavan took the role, and the film received praise for its storytelling and performances.
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Ashutosh Gowariker wanted Shah Rukh Khan as Emperor Akbar, but he declined due to location and family commitments. Hrithik Roshan took the role, and the film received critical acclaim.
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Shah Rukh Khan declined the lead in Salman Khan's action thriller due to creative differences and scheduling conflicts. Salman took the role, and the film became a box-office hit, starting a successful franchise.
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The actor was offered Rancho's role but declined due to injuries. Aamir Khan took the part, and the film became a massive success, praised for its thought-provoking story and performances.
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Shah Rukh was considered for Rohit's lead role in the romantic drama but declined. Hrithik Roshan was cast instead, making his debut, and the film became a huge success.
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Danny Boyle, acclaimed for Slumdog Millionaire, initially approached Shah Rukh Khan to play show host Prem Kumar. Shah Rukh declined due to scheduling conflicts, so Anil Kapoor was cast instead.
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Rajnikant wasn't the first choice for this film. Initially offered to SRK, negotiations fell through due to artistic disagreements with director Shankar. The project regained momentum when Rajnikant joined.
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