10 Blockbuster Movies Rejected By Shahrukh Khan

10 Blockbuster Movies Rejected By Shahrukh Khan
10 Blockbuster Movies Rejected By Shahrukh Khan

10 Blockbuster Movies Rejected by Shahrukh Khan: From 3 Idiots to Kaho Na Pyaar Hai, a look at some blockbuster movies Shahrukh Khan rejected.

Working with Shahrukh Khan is the dream of every director in Bollywood. From giving Blockbuster hits like DDLJ, Don, and recently Dilwale Shahrukh Khan has undoubtedly emerged as the King of Bollywood. But there are some blockbuster movies that were rejected by Shahrukh Khan and later on, these movies became the biggest hits in Bollywood history. Even SRK regrets turning down those movies. So without ado, let’s scroll through the blockbuster movies Shahrukh Khan rejected.

Movies rejected by Shahrukh Khan

Kaho Na Pyaar Hai (2000)

Directed by Rakesh Roshan, Shahrukh Khan was the first choice for the role of Rohit who was the protagonist. But later on, when SRK rejected this role Rakesh decided to launch his own son Hrithik Roshan for the lead role.

Kaho Na Pyaar Hai

Lagaan (2001)

Lagaan was initially offered to Aamir Khan but he rejected it because he didn’t want to produce the film. Later on, the role was passed on to SRK who was quite sceptical of the film’s success and therefore, rejected the role. Ashutosh Gowariker then convinced Aamir anyhow and Lagaan became the first film to be nominated at the Oscars.Blockbuster Movies Shahrukh Khan Rejected - Lagaan

Jodha Akbar (2008)

Even after the failure of Swadesh, Ashutosh Gowariker wanted SRK to play Akbar in Jodha Akbar. However, SRK denied the role because he was not comfortable with the shooting locations and wanted to spend time with his family. Jodha Akbar was a success and highly acclaimed critically.

Jodha Akbar

Munnabhai MBBS (2003)

Just Imagine Shahrukh playing this part? Both Vidhu Vinod Chopra and Rajkumar Hirani thought SRK suited well for the project. Somehow things didn’t get materialized and Sanjay Dutt bagged the role.

Blockbuster Movies Shahrukh Khan Rejected - Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.

Rang De Basanti (2006)

Again Aamir Khan bagged the role which could have been Shahrukh’s. This was one of the classics of Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra. Rang De Basanti

3 Idiots (2009)

3 Idiots, the first Bollywood movie to earn Rs 200+ Crore, was an adaptation of Chetan Bhagat’s book Five Point Someone. It fetched many awards including Best Actor for Aamir. The film was first offered to SRK by Rajkumar Hirani. SRK denied the role and it later went to Aamir Khan.Blockbuster Movies Shahrukh Khan Rejected - Rang De Basanti

Robot (2010)

Grossing around 375 crores worldwide, Tamil director Shankar opted for SRK for this role but was later done by the Tamil Superstar Rajinikanth.

Blockbuster Movies Shahrukh Khan Rejected - Robot

Ek Tha Tiger (2012)

Due to date issues, Shahrukh Khan was not able to play this super-spy but he regrets this decision as Ek the Tiger was a huge hit and gave rise to the Tiger franchise. Shah Rukh is now a part of YRF’s Spy Universe with Pathaan. Blockbuster Movies Shahrukh Khan Rejected - Ek Tha Tiger

Slumdog Millionaire (2008)

Shahrukh Khan rejected the role of Anil Kapoor in the movie and regrets turning it down. Slumdog was widely acclaimed and praised for its plot, soundtrack, and direction. It went on to several Academy Awards.

Blockbuster Movies Shahrukh Khan Rejected - Slumdog MillionaireShah Rukh Khan’s Upcoming Movies

Taare Zameen Par (2007)

Another Aamir Khan movie was initially offered to Shahrukh Khan. Later on, it was both produced and directed by Aamir Khan and became a big hit at the Box Office.

Blockbuster Movies Shahrukh Khan Rejected - Taare Zameen Par

SRK, you should be more careful about rejecting films in the future!!

So, these are 10 Blockbuster Movies Rejected By Shahrukh Khan. Which of the films do you think would have been better with Shahrukh Khan in it? Tell us in the comments section below.

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2 COMMENTS

  1. Wrong informationSRK never rejected Lagan,,,he was close with the director but SRK was new at that time with no star background ,,,due to production issues the director had to take Amir,,,
    SRK never regretted not doing slum dog millionaire ,,,he said Anil suited the role better,,,and SRK don’t want to play supporting character,,,,
    He rejected 3 idiots coz he was busy with another movie and that movie was dedicated to his childrens ,,,we all know how much SRk love his kids it’s admirable..
    I never heard SRK saying he regrets not doing ek tha tiger….
    SRK sure rejected many good movies but he had his reasons

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