Jan 4, 2024, 05:10 PM IST
Here's the list of films Shahid refused, and it benefited other actors
The list also includes two duds, and that was Shahid's smart choice to reject them
Shahid Kapoor was approached to play Siddharth's character, and he liked the script, but Shahid couldn't give time to the film
Rang De Basanti
As per TOI report, Apart from Jab We Met, Shahid was also considered for Imtiaz Ali's Rockstar. However, Shahid rejected the film, and Ranbir Kapoor benefited
Rockstar
The hit romantic drama couldn't become Dhanush's Bollywood debut if Shahid had agreed. As per reports, Shahid was approached for Kundan, but he rejected
Raanjhanaa
Reportedly, before Hrithik, Shahid was approached for Knight and Day's remake. However, the actor rejected it because he was busy with Haider. Both films were released on the same day
Bang Bang
Not Sushant Singh Rajput, but Shahid Kapoor was the first choice of YRF for this rom-com. However, Shahid rejected, and SSR replaced him in the film
Shuddh Desi Romance
Yes, this is the first dud we mentioned. Shahid was first considered for Aslam, but the actor rejected the film, and Imraan Khan stepped in
Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai Dobara
Not Imraan, but Shahid was first considered for Punit Malhotra's rom-com, but he rejected the film. This movie failed at the box office
Gori Tere Pyaar Mein