5 Iconic Movies Rejected By Salman Khan That Became Blockbuster

Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge, is one of the iconic movies of Bollywood by Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol. The role of Raj Malhotra was offered to both Salman Khan and Saif Ali Khan, but both declined the role. After Salman and Saif, Aditya Chopra initially offered this film to Shah Rukh Khan and DDLJ became a blockbuster. This movie was a game changer for Shah Rukh Khan. 

Salman Khan was reportedly offered the role of Kabir Khan in Chak De! India (2007), but he turned it down. The role eventually went to Shah Rukh Khan, who delivered one of the most memorable performances of his career. Chak De! India became a massive critical and commercial success, inspiring audiences with its story of resilience and team spirit.

Salman Khan was also reportedly offered the lead role in Talaash, but he declined the project. The psychological thriller, which combined elements of suspense and the supernatural, eventually starred Aamir Khan as Inspector Surjan Singh Shekhawat. While it wasn’t a typical Bollywood blockbuster, Talaash was praised for its unique narrative and became a notable addition to Aamir Khan's diverse filmography.

Salman Khan was reportedly considered for the lead role in Ghajini but he turned it down. The role eventually went to Aamir Khan, who underwent a remarkable physical transformation to portray the revenge-driven protagonist suffering from short-term memory loss. Ghajini became a massive box-office success.

Salman Khan was the first choice of Director Abbas-Mustan for the lead role in Baazigar. Salman was uncomfortable playing a negative character who ultimately meets a tragic end. The role then went to Shah Rukh Khan, and it became a turning point in his career, establishing him as a versatile actor capable of taking on complex roles.