Blockbuster Movies Rejected By Salman Khan

Salman Khan has undoubtedly carved a niche for himself. With a career spanning decades, he has delivered numerous hits and captured the hearts of millions

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However, in a fascinating twist of fate, several iconic films that now bear the imprints of other Bollywood stars were once offered to Salman Khan.

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Let's delve into the list of six superhit films that Salman Khan, for various reasons, turned down, allowing other actors to step into the limelight.

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The year was 1993, and the film 'Baazigar' was in the making. The producers had set their sights on Salman Khan for the lead role. However, Salman Khan declined the offer due to the character's negative shades and some narrative angles

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In the late 1990s, the high-energy film 'Josh' was being conceptualized. Once again, Salman Khan was offered the lead role. However, this time, the rejection was attributed to the presence of actress Aishwarya Rai in the cast.

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Perhaps one of the most iconic Bollywood films of all time, 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge,' was initially offered to Salman Khan. Following his refusal, the role was extended to Saif Ali Khan. Both actors declined the opportunity.

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Aamir Khan's 'Ghajini' was a game-changer in Bollywood. Surprisingly, it was Salman Khan who was first considered for the lead role. Aamir Khan, however, proposed Salman Khan's name for the character.

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The heart-wrenching drama 'Kal Ho Naa Ho' saw Saif Ali Khan playing a pivotal role. Remarkably, the character was initially offered to Salman Khan. However, Salman opted out of the project.

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In the sports drama 'Chak De India,' Shah Rukh Khan portrayed the role of a coach with aplomb. Interestingly, Salman Khan was initially approached for the part but decided against it, citing dissatisfaction with the climax of the film

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When Destiny Called Someone Else: Salman Khan's Rejected Blockbusters

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Blockbuster Movies Rejected By Salman Khan

Salman Khan has undoubtedly carved a niche for himself. With a career spanning decades, he has delivered numerous hits and captured the hearts of millions

However, in a fascinating twist of fate, several iconic films that now bear the imprints of other Bollywood stars were once offered to Salman Khan.

Let's delve into the list of six superhit films that Salman Khan, for various reasons, turned down, allowing other actors to step into the limelight.

The year was 1993, and the film 'Baazigar' was in the making. The producers had set their sights on Salman Khan for the lead role. However, Salman Khan declined the offer due to the character's negative shades and some narrative angles

In the late 1990s, the high-energy film 'Josh' was being conceptualized. Once again, Salman Khan was offered the lead role. However, this time, the rejection was attributed to the presence of actress Aishwarya Rai in the cast.

Perhaps one of the most iconic Bollywood films of all time, 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge,' was initially offered to Salman Khan. Following his refusal, the role was extended to Saif Ali Khan. Both actors declined the opportunity.

Aamir Khan's 'Ghajini' was a game-changer in Bollywood. Surprisingly, it was Salman Khan who was first considered for the lead role. Aamir Khan, however, proposed Salman Khan's name for the character.

The heart-wrenching drama 'Kal Ho Naa Ho' saw Saif Ali Khan playing a pivotal role. Remarkably, the character was initially offered to Salman Khan. However, Salman opted out of the project.

In the sports drama 'Chak De India,' Shah Rukh Khan portrayed the role of a coach with aplomb. Interestingly, Salman Khan was initially approached for the part but decided against it, citing dissatisfaction with the climax of the film

When Destiny Called Someone Else: Salman Khan's Rejected Blockbusters

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