Unbelievable! Shah Rukh Khan Rejected These 5 Films
Shah Rukh Khan has starred in some of the most memorable films in Hindi Cinema. However, there are some blockbusters which the star rejected owing to many reasons. Here is a list of 5 films that he rejected.
1) Raavan (2010)The Mani Ratnam starrer was rejected by Shah Rukh Khan due to unavailability of dates. The film was later done by Abhishek Bachchan.
2) Munni Bhai MBBS (2003)Now it is difficult to imagine Shah Rukh Khan as Munna. However, Rajkumar Hirani had gone to him with the film's idea but Shah Rukh Khan couldn't do it then due to unavoidable reasons.
3) Jodhaa Akbar (2008)It would have been interesting to see Shah Rukh Khan play Akbar owing to his royal looks. However, the role was eventually offered to Hrithik Roshan who aced it in every way.Also read: Shah Rukh Khan Birthday Bash: Here's Who All Are Invited for The Big Day!
4) Rang De Basanti (2006)A role that was made iconic later by Aamir Khan, went initially to Shah Rukh Khan who couldn't take it up.
5) Lagaan (2001)Aamir Khan just owned the role of Bhuvan in Lagaan. Many wouldn't know that Ashutosh Gowariker's first choice for the role was Shah Rukh Khan.Also read: Famous Shah Rukh Khan Dialogues that have become part of our lives