Salman Khan is currently busy shooting for Radhe: The Most Wanted Bhai and Bigg Boss 13. The actor’s stardom in Bollywood has always been shining.
Salman Khan has been in the film industry for over 3 decades and has given many remarkable performances. However, there are certain films that he has rejected over the years which turned out to be blockbusters.
1- Ghajni
Ghajini was one of the highest-grossing films of the year. Ghajini also marked the debut of south actor Asin. Reportedly, Amir Khan himself recommended to rope in Salman after reading the script. It is still unknown how Amir ended up playing the lead.
2- Chak De India
The sports drama Chak De India, starring Shah Rukh Khan, gained a positive response from the audience. Reportedly, the makers approached Salman Khan but due to the unavailability of dates, the project was passed on to Shah Rukh Khan. The film released in 2007 narrates the story of Kabir Khan, a coach of the Indian National Women’s Hockey team.
3- Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge has completed more than 1000 weeks and still counting. The film was an instant hit and Kajol and Shah Rukh gained massive popularity. Reportedly, the makers wanted to cast either Saif Ali Khan or Salman Khan in the lead. But both the Khans turned down the project and eventually, SRK bagged the character of Raj Malhotra.
4- Baazigar
SRK’s performance in the film Baazigar garnered much appreciation and earned many rewards. Reportedly, directors Abbas-Mustan wanted to cast Salman in the lead. It is reported that Salman himself accepted that he rejected Baazigar.
5- Inshallah
Salman was set to reunite with director Sanjay Leela Bhansali after 20 years with Inshallah. The romantic drama was supposed to star Alia Bhatt as the female lead. It is believed that Bhansali wanted Salman to devote a couple of months of time for the preparation of the film but the Salman was not ready for the same.