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ENTERTAINMENT
Rishika Baranwal | Apr 02, 2025, 12:19 PM IST
1.3 Idiots

Shah Rukh Khan was the initial choice for the role of Rancho in 3 Idiots. He declined due to scheduling conflicts, leading to Aamir Khan's acclaimed portrayal. The film became one of Bollywood's highest-grossing movies, earning approximately Rs 460 crore worldwide.
2.Ek Tha Tiger

SRK was approached for the lead role in Ek Tha Tiger but declined due to prior commitments. Salman Khan took on the role, and the film amassed around Rs 320 crore globally.
3.Robot

Director S. Shankar initially offered the lead role in Robot to Shah Rukh Khan, who turned it down due to creative differences. Rajinikanth eventually portrayed the character, and the film collected approximately Rs 290 crore worldwide.
4.Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.

SRK was considered for the titular role in Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. but declined due to health issues. Sanjay Dutt's performance contributed to the film's success, with earnings around Rs 140 crore globally.
5.Lagaan

Shah Rukh Khan was offered the role of Bhuvan in Lagaan but declined. Aamir Khan stepped in, and the film garnered approximately Rs 65.97 crore worldwide, also earning an Oscar nomination.
6.Jodhaa Akbar

SRK was approached for the role of Emperor Akbar in Jodhaa Akbar but declined. Hrithik Roshan took on the role, and the film earned around Rs 56 crore globally.
7.Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai

Shah Rukh Khan was Rakesh Roshan's first choice for the lead in Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai but declined. Hrithik Roshan debuted in the role, and the film collected approximately Rs 44 crore worldwide.