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India.com
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Amitabh Bachchan lost big opportunity after delivering 16 consecutive flops; producers rejected him, another star made his fortune, he is…, film is…
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan is considered the biggest star of Hindi cinema today. Big B has given many blockbusters throughout his career. However, there was a time when he experienced a period of consecutive box office flops. Yes, even a big name like Amitabh Bachchan once struggled to generate revenue through his films. Today, we will tell you about the film that Amitabh missed due to its poor box office performance. Which film was taken away from Amitabh Bachchan? You will be surprised to note that before Zanjeer (1973) was offered to Big B, he gave 16 consecutive flop films. Due to which he was replaced in multiple films. One such film released in 1976 was Vinod Khanna's, in which Amitabh Bachchan was replaced as the lead actor. The film, which we are talking about, is none other than the movie 'Shaque' released in 1976. Actor Vinod Khanna in Shaque (1976) Why were producers not interested in Amitabh Bachchan? Recently, in an interview by Bollywood Crypt, director Aruna Raje said that her first casting for 'Shaque' was Amitabh Bachchan and Waheeda Rehman. At that time, Amitabh's films were flopping one after the other, so producer NB Kamat did not want to take him. He told us, 'This film will not be made. ' So we said, 'Okay, then who else?' Who replaced Amitabh Bachchan in Shaque? It is worth noting that even a legendary actor like Amitabh Bachchan was forcefully replaced by producers. Aruna Raje recalled the conversation with NB Kamat, he said, 'He asked us to look for some other famous actor. After this, we thought of Vinod Khanna and met him. Vinod Khanna also immediately agreed to do this film.' Lead actress Waheeda Rehman was replaced by Shabana Azmi in Shaque (1976) Why was Waheeda Rehman replaced in Shaque? You'd be surprised to know that not only did Amitabh Bachchan lose this film, lead actress Waheeda Rehman, who was part of the film, got replaced by Shabana Azmi. 'Shaque' became an instant hit among the audience, earning a respectable rating of 7.1 out of 10 on IMDb. 'Shaque' proved to be a super hit film after its release.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Did you know Amitabh Bachchan was replaced by Vinod Khanna in Shaque after 16 flops? Aruna Raje reveals producer didn't want him
Before becoming Shahenshah, Amitabh Bachchan faced numerous setbacks. He was dropped from films like Shaque and Duniya Ka Mela due to his initial box office failures. Director Aruna Raje Patil revealed that Vinod Khanna replaced Bachchan in Shaque. Raza Murad mentioned Sanjay Khan replaced Bachchan in Duniya Ka Mela. Zanjeer became a turning point after Jaya Bhaduri suggested his name. Long before he became the legendary 'Shahenshah' of Bollywood, Amitabh Bachchan faced a string of disappointments that nearly ended his acting journey before it began. With 16 flops behind him, the future superstar was once deemed too risky by producers—so much so that he was replaced in multiple films, including the 1976 thriller Shaque. Why Bachchan was dropped from Shaque In a recent interaction, acclaimed director-editor Aruna Raje Patil revealed that Amitabh was originally considered for the lead in Shaque, but was ultimately replaced by Vinod Khanna due to his struggling box office run at the time. Filmmaker Aruna Raje Patil recently reflected on a pivotal casting change during the making of her 1976 film Shaque. Initially, Amitabh Bachchan was set to star opposite Waheeda Rehman . However, due to his then-unfavourable box office track record—marked by 16 consecutive flops—the film's producer, NB Kamat, was unwilling to move forward with him in the lead role. Faced with the possibility of the film being shelved, the team decided to look for a more bankable star. They eventually approached Vinod Khanna, who was already enjoying commercial success at the time. The actor quickly agreed to take on the role, leading to the replacement of Bachchan just before his breakthrough with Zanjeer in 1973. Another film replacement In a past interview with The Filmy Charcha, veteran actor Raza Murad recalled another instance highlighting Amitabh Bachchan's early struggles in the film industry. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo He shared that Bachchan was dropped from the film Duniya Ka Mela and replaced by Sanjay Khan due to a series of box office failures. At the time, with 16 flops behind him, distributors reportedly lacked confidence in Bachchan's ability to draw audiences, believing his presence would hurt the film's prospects. It wasn't until Zanjeer turned his fortunes around that his career took a dramatic upward turn, proving that persistence—and timing—can change everything. It was a twist of fate that eventually landed Amitabh Bachchan the lead role in Zanjeer—the film that would redefine his career. As veteran actor Raza Murad recalled, director Prakash Mehra initially approached several top stars of the time, including Dilip Kumar , Dharmendra, Dev Anand, and Rajkumar, but each declined the offer for various reasons. Success of Zanjeer Despite Zanjeer being a hero-centric script, it struggled to find a leading man—until Jaya Bhaduri (later Jaya Bachchan) suggested Amitabh's name. With no other options left, Mehra took a chance on the struggling actor. That stroke of luck, coupled with Bachchan's powerful performance, changed the course of Hindi cinema—and earned him the title of Bollywood's 'Angry Young Man.' After the success of Zanjeer, Amitabh Bachchan's career skyrocketed. He formed a legendary collaboration with writers Salim-Javed, delivering a series of iconic films like Deewaar, Sholay, Kaala Patthar, Trishul, Majboor, Shakti, and Don.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kahanii Ghar Ghar Ki actor Chaitannya Choudhry changes his name to Dhruv: There will be some hiccups
Actor , known for his work across television, films, and digital platforms, has officially adopted a new name: . The change, he says, is the result of deep introspection. 'This name came to me on its own somewhere from my deep subconscious, and it kept popping up in front of me again and again in different situations and scenarios over a period of time. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Thinking it to be a sign from a higher place, I internally started addressing myself as Dhruv and i could see some very positive things happening with me , that's when I gave it a serious thought to change my name. This name is not as per astrology but yes I did get it checked numerology wise with dear friend of mine who is an expert, and luckily there was not much to change," the Kahanii Ghar Ghar Ki actor shared. Dhruv most recently appeared in the film Sukhee , opposite , and is part of the upcoming Netflix series Shaque . "There will be some hiccups as everyone knows me as Chaitannya, but I have complete conviction in my decision and I'm sure the name Dhruv will catch on. The soul behind the new name remains the same. I am still devoted to storytelling and will always aspire to take it to new heights," he added. The name Dhruv—inspired by the Pole Star—carries connotations of steadiness and direction. 'It felt like home,' he said. 'It reflects where I am now, both personally and creatively. '
