Shah Rukh Khan, feeling he was too old for the role
Farah Khan recently disclosed an interesting behind-the-scenes story about Shah Rukh Khan‘s hesitation to play the role of a college student in the iconic film “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai.” Farah shared that Shah Rukh, feeling he was too old for the role, took on the character reluctantly. “He did the film mar mar ke,” she said, which means he completed it with considerable effort.
“Kuch Kuch Hota Hai,” directed by Karan Johar, became a monumental success and is remembered fondly by fans for its charming storyline and stellar performances. Shah Rukh Khan‘s portrayal of Rahul, the charming college boy, became iconic despite his initial reluctance. Farah’s revelation sheds light on the actor’s dedication and professionalism, as he managed to deliver a performance that resonated with audiences globally.
Farah Khan further elaborated on how she had to creatively adapt her film “Main Hoon Na” to fit Shah Rukh‘s concerns about age-appropriate roles. In “Main Hoon Na,” Shah Rukh plays Major Ram, an army officer who goes undercover as a college student.
Farah mentioned that this role required a “reverse engineering” approach to make it believable for both Shah Rukh and the audience. This creative adjustment allowed Shah Rukh to convincingly play a college student while maintaining his mature persona.
Farah’s full statement adds context: “Shah Rukh felt he was too old to play a college boy in ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai.’ He did the film mar mar ke. For ‘Main Hoon Na,’ I had to reverse engineer the character to make it believable for him and the audience.” This insight not only highlights Shah Rukh Khan‘s versatility and commitment but also Farah Khan’s ingenuity in tailoring roles to suit her actors.
This behind-the-scenes glimpse enriches our understanding of the filmmaking process and the thoughtful considerations that go into creating beloved cinematic moments.
