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Swades Casting Drama: Aamir Khan Passed, SRK Stepped In
3 Sep
Summary
- Aamir Khan was originally considered for Shah Rukh Khan's Swades role.
- Aamir Khan had script reservations and time constraints for the film.
- Hrithik Roshan and R Madhavan also auditioned for the Swades role.
Ashutosh Gowariker's acclaimed film Swades, featuring Shah Rukh Khan's notable performance, had a different casting trajectory initially. The role of Mohan Bhargava was first conceived for Aamir Khan, then titled Desh, with Aamir also set to produce.
Amin Hajee, a writer on Swades, revealed that Aamir Khan liked the plot but had concerns about the screenplay and lacked the time for script revisions. Aamir eventually allowed Gowariker to cast another actor, though he initially offered to remain as producer.
Following Aamir Khan's departure from the acting role, other actors like Hrithik Roshan received a narration, and R Madhavan auditioned impressively. Shah Rukh Khan, inspired after watching Lagaan, expressed his interest directly to Gowariker.
Shah Rukh Khan auditioned for and secured the role, later commenting on his willingness to join projects previously associated with Aamir Khan. Despite a modest box office reception in 2004, Swades gained a significant following over time, cementing Shah Rukh Khan's nuanced performance.
