“In the early 1990s, Bollywood was abuzz with the release of Shah Rukh Khan’s groundbreaking film “Baazigar”. Little did the audience know that the megastar was not the first choice for the role. In fact, Salman Khan and Akshay Kumar were initially approached, but they declined, citing the film’s unique blend of revenge, love, drama, and crime wasn’t quite their cup of tea.
Salman Khan revealed in an interview with Indian Express that he and his father Salim Khan were initially hesitant, finding the film’s script “negative” and lacking a traditional villain. Instead, the hero had to play the role of an anti-hero, a concept that didn’t appeal to them. They eventually turned down the offer, paving the way for Shah Rukh Khan to take on the iconic role.
It wasn’t the only film producer Abbas Mustan offered to other established stars before settling on Shah Rukh Khan. They also approached Akshay Kumar and Anil Kapoor, but none of them were interested in playing a character that defied the traditional hero mold.
Interestingly, actress Madhoo, known for her roles in films like “Roja” and “Gentleman”, was initially considered for the lead role. Despite having a crush on Shah Rukh Khan, she turned down the offer, citing her own acting priorities and multiple film commitments. “When one talks about a crush, the first name that comes to my mind is Shah Rukh Khan,” she revealed in an interview. “His charisma and the way he does things on screen, what he represents, appeals to me. I was his biggest fan.”
Madhoo’s decision to pass on the role didn’t hold her back, as she went on to carve out a successful career in Indian cinema. Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan’s “Baazigar” went on to become a massive hit, grossing millions at the box office and cementing his status as one of Bollywood’s biggest stars.
In the end, it’s a testament to Shah Rukh Khan’s conviction and perseverance that he was able to bring the complex and multifaceted character to life, making “Baazigar” an instant classic and a staple of Indian cinema history.”
Original Source: https://www.india.com/entertainment/this-film-baazigar-was-rejected-by-salman-khan-akshay-kumar-shah-rukh-khan-got-the-role-became-overnight-star-this-actress-madhoo-rejected-it-despite-having-a-crush-on-srk-due-to-7678746/
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Publish Date: 2025-03-13 14:41:00
