Pathaan Actor Shah Rukh Khan To Katrina Kaif: Bollywood Stars Who Refused Iconic Roles in Blockbusters
From Pathaan's Shah Rukh Khan to Tiger 3's Katrina Kaif, here's a look at renowned Bollywood actors who turned down blockbuster roles and why.
Feb 14, 2023, 16:36 IST
Bollywood celebs continue to dazzle fans with their outstanding performances in blockbuster flicks. But did you know that these Bollywood celebrities had previously rejected countless films that went on to become blockbuster hits? From Shah Rukh Khan to Katrina Kaif, here are the actors who turned down films and why.
Salman Khan
Salman Khan reportedly turned down Chak De India and Baazigar, both movies which were eventually offered to Shah Rukh Khan.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
The character of Tina in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai was reportedly offered to Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, but was eventually offered to Rani Mukerji. According to sources, Karan Johar offered the roles to Twinkle Khanna, Raveena Tandon, and Karisma Kapoor.
Shah Rukh Khan
Shah Rukh Khan, who starred in Pathaan, reportedly turned down the Oscar-nominated film Lagaan. Aamir Khan accepted the role and was praised for his performance.
Saif Ali Khan
Saif Ali Khan, Bollywood's nawab, reportedly turned down the role of Aman in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, which was subsequently played by Shah Rukh Khan.
Anushka Sharma
Deepika Padukone was later offered the role of Tara in Tamasha, which Anushka Sharma reportedly turned down. Imtiaz Ali directed the film, which also stars Ranbir Kapoor.