9 blockbusters, including one Hollywood film, Shah Rukh Khan rejected

Lagaan (2001)

Reportedly, director Ashutosh Gowariker approached Shah Rukh to lead his sports drama, but the actor rejected it

Director Rajkumar Hirani approached SRK with the film, but he had to reject it because of his spine surgery

Munna Bhai MBBS (2003)

Not R Madhavan, but SRK was approached to play the role of Ajay Rathod. However, the actor was busy with the other projects, thus he rejected the film

Rang De Basanti (2006)

After Lagaan, Ashutosh again approached SRK to lead his directorial. Reportedly he rejected the epic drama because he wasn't comfortable with the shoot locations, and wanted to spend time with his family

Jodhaa Akbar (2008)

Not Salman Khan, but SRK was approached to lead Kabir Khan's actioner. But the actor reportedly rejected due to schedule conflicts

Ek Tha Tiger (2012)

After Munna Bhai, Hirani again approached SRK to lead his directorial, but the actor rejected his film again, letting Aamir Khan to star in the blockbuster

3 Idiots (2009)

Before Hrithik, SRK was considered for the film. When the actor showed his disinterest, Rakesh Roshan's team recommended him cast a fresh face, his son in the film

Kaho Naa…Pyaar Hai (2000)

Enthiran (2010)

Before Rajinikanth, Shankar approached SRK for the film. But due to creative differences, he rejected the sci-fi actioner

Slumdog Millionaire (2009)

Director Danny Boyle wanted Khan to play the role of KBC's host, but he rejected and Anil Kapoor replaced him