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Shah Rukh Khan rejected 'Lagaan'? 6 other films refused by the actor

From 'Lagaan' to 'Jodhaa Akbar' here's a list of 7 films rejected by Shah Rukh Khan that went on to become super hits

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Shah Rukh Khan

Last year with 'Pathaan', 'Jawan' and 'Dunki' SRK marked a significant high in his long career in Bollywood. However there are quite a number of films he rejected over the years

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Lagaan

SRK turned down the lead in this Oscar-nominated epic, paving the way for Aamir Khan's iconic performance as Bhuvan in the cricket drama set during British rule in India

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3 Idiots

Khan passed on the role of Rancho in this blockbuster, allowing Aamir Khan to shine in the humorous yet poignant exploration of the Indian education system

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Jodhaa Akbar

SRK declined the part of Emperor Akbar in this historical romance, enabling Hrithik Roshan to portray the iconic Mughal ruler opposite Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

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Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.

Khan's refusal of the lead role led to Sanjay Dutt's memorable portrayal of the affable gangster-turned-doctor, Munna Bhai, in this heartwarming comedy

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Robot

Shah Rukh Khan's rejection of the role allowed Rajinikanth to mesmerize audiences with his dual portrayal of a scientist and a robot in this sci-fi extravaganza

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Rang De Basanti

SRK's refusal of the role of DJ left the door open for Siddharth to play the spirited youth who becomes entangled in political activism and societal change

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Jab We Met

Khan's decision not to star opposite Kareena Kapoor Khan in this romantic comedy paved the way for Shahid Kapoor to deliver a memorable performance as Aditya Kashyap

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