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Did you know that Shah Rukh Khan signed the movie ‘Nayak’ for just 1 rupee? Yes, it’s true! And here’s the kicker: he was later replaced by Anil Kapoor. Let’s dive into this fascinating story.
Shah Rukh’s Unique Move
During the 2001, Shah Rukh Khan was becoming the King of Bollywood, delivering hit after hit and guaranteeing box office success with his name alone. But when he was offered the film ‘Nayak’, he agreed to do it for a token amount of just 1 rupee! Unbelievable, right?
What Was ‘Nayak’ About?
‘Nayak‘ was a political thriller where a common man becomes the Chief Minister for a day and fights against corruption. The plot itself was very appealing to the audience, and having Shah Rukh in the lead would have been the cherry on top.
Why Was He Replaced?
However, during the production, several issues arose, and the makers felt that Anil Kapoor would be a better fit for the role. Industry insiders suggest that scheduling conflicts and creative differences were also reasons behind Shah Rukh‘s replacement. S Shankar (directer of Nayak movie) didn’t think alike on a few things about the project.
Anil Kapoor took on the role and performed brilliantly, with the film doing exceptionally well upon release. His dialogue, “Ek din ka CM” (One-day Chief Minister), became iconic.
Shah Rukh’s Reaction
In an interview about this incident, Shah Rukh said, “Sometimes projects don’t materialize, or we can’t do them for various reasons. But this is all part of the industry. Anil Kapoor did an excellent job in that film.”
Audience Reaction
When this news initially broke, fans were quite disappointed that they wouldn’t see Shah Rukh in such a dynamic role. However, after watching Anil Kapoor‘s performance, they appreciated the decision.
Conclusion
‘Nayak’ remains a memorable film to this day, and it’s a little-known fact that Shah Rukh Khan had originally signed on for it for just 1 rupee. Stay tuned to our website for more such hidden gems and stories from Bollywood!
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