Blockbuster movies rejected by Salman Khan

Before Shah Rukh Khan, director-duo Abbas Mustan approached Salman for the lead role, but the actor refused the movie

Baazigar

If reports are to be believed, Shah Rukh Khan wasn't the first choice for the iconic love story, and Salman Khan was considered for Rahul Malhotra

Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

Director Mansoor Khan's directorial was originally planned with Salman Khan, but due to the unavailability of dates, Salman had to refuse the film, and Shah Rukh Khan replaced him

Josh

As per media reports, Salman was approached for Rohit, but he refused and the role went to Saif Ali Khan

Kal Ho Naa Ho

Before Shah Rukh Khan, Salman was considered for sports drama, but the latter refused the film as he was reportedly unhappy with the film's climax

Chak De India

As per a ABP News report, the makers wanted to cast Salman Khan in the lead role, but the actor refused and Aamir Khan was roped in for the movie

Ghajini

As per a TOI report, during a press conference, Shah Rukh Khan shared that Salman was originally considered for Bauua Singh, but the latter refused. However, Salman did make a cameo appearance in the song Issaqbaazi

Zero

On the work front, Salman Khan will next be seen in the much-awaited Tiger 3