Hit Movies In Which Lead Roles Were Second Choice, Guess Who Were The First Choice?

Ever imagined how would Sholay be without Amzad Khan who played the role of Gabbar or Titanic without Kate Winston? These movies were blockbusters not only because of the great story but the actors made us feel that the characters were real. Unfortunately, they were not the first choice of filmmakers. Here are 10 such hit movies rejected by famous actors from both Bollywood and Hollywood.

They might be regretting saying NO to the offers but neither directors nor the audience regrets their decision. We should honestly thank these actors who turned down the legendary roles.

5 Hit Movies Rejected By Bollywood Actors

#1. 3 Idiots

This one movie made us believe " All is Well" even though nothing is well. Rancho, Raju, Farhan, and their correct timing of punches made us laugh, taught us the real meaning of education, and showed us the tough life of engineers. But All would not have been well if Rancho was somebody else.

It was King Khan, Shah Rukh who was the ideal choice for Rancho. He rejected the offer due to some reasons but thankfully he did because Mr.Perfect Amir as Rancho is irreplaceable. However, there was another actor who was better than Shah Rukh Khan in another hit movie according to the director.

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#2. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

This legendary movie which is still getting a place in theaters and ruling the hearts of every lover is incomplete without Raj. Shah Rukh nailed his role in DDLJ only because of Saif Ali Khan. Yes, Saif got the role at first.

#3. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

Farhan truly fits into the role of Milkha, his masculine body, and the way he says the dialogues truly attract the audience. Guess who was the first choice?

Though we absolutely love the Poo, Kangana truly deserves to be Queen, what do you say?

#5. Munna Bhai MBBS

No matter how many times we watch this iconic movie, each and every scene makes us laugh and love Sanjay aka Munna Bhai. And though Ranbir perfectly copied Sanjay in "Sanju" none could replace Sanjay as Munna Bhai. However, directors thought this actor was fit for the role.

5 Hit Movies Of Hollywood And Their First Choice Of Actors

#1. Iron Man 2

Though the visual effects were the show stealer, the role of Sam was worth appreciating however Matt Damon was first offered the role.

#4. Batman

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Iron Man, Batman, or X-Men; none were picked randomly. Directors gave a lot of thought to find out the perfect person for these great comic characters. The role of Wolverine was one such crucial decision that led directors to Hugh Jackman when Viggo rejected it.