7 films, including 5 blockbusters, REJECTED by Salman Khan

Here's the list of films Salman Khan lost to other stars

Salman Khan was approached to play the lead role. But he didn't like the anti-hero character. Reportedly, after discussing with his writer father Salim Khan, he rejected the film

Baazigar (1993)

Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)

Before finalising SRK, director-producer Aditya Chopra offered this iconic film to Salman, but he rejected it

Before SRK, Salman was approached for Max. Reportedly, Salman rejected the film as he was apparently dating Aishwarya Rai, and he didn't want to play his brother on-screen

Josh (2000)

Karan Johar reportedly approached Salman for the second lead role, but he rejected, and was replaced by Saif Ali Khan

Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003)

Here's another film that was offered to Salman first, but he rejected and Shah Rukh got benefited

Chak De India! (2007)

Director AR Murugadoss apparently went to Salman with the script, but he advised to approach Aamir with the script, and the rest is history

Ghajini (2008)

Reportedly, Salman Khan was the first choice for the film. But he rejected the suspense-thriller

Talaash (2012)

On the work front, Salman Khan will soon be seen in AR Murugadoss' Sikandar