When Salman Khan revealed why he rejected 'Chak De! India': 'Even Shah Rukh Khan should be a part of few great films'

Salman Khan revealed why he declined the lead role in Shah Rukh Khan's 'Chak De! India'. He felt his then-popular image of doing commercial entertainers clashed with the film's serious, performance-driven narrative. Salman believed his fans would expect a different kind of role, not suited for the film's genre at that time.

When Salman Khan revealed why he rejected 'Chak De! India': 'Even Shah Rukh Khan should be a part of few great films'
Salman Khan revealed why he declined the lead role in Shah Rukh Khan's 'Chak De! India'. He felt his then-popular image of doing commercial entertainers clashed with the film's serious, performance-driven narrative. Salman believed his fans would expect a different kind of role, not suited for the film's genre at that time.