Farhan & Sivakarthikeyan were leads in ‘Sitaare…’ first: Aamir
Aamir Khan is a renowned actor in the Indian film industry, known for his versatility and dedication to his craft. The actor has been a part of numerous iconic films, and his latest revelation has left fans surprised. In a recent interview, Aamir Khan revealed that he initially chose Farhan Akhtar for the Hindi version of ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ and Sivakarthikeyan for the Tamil version. However, he didn’t proceed with the project after the failure of ‘Laal Singh Chaddha’. But, after re-reading the script, he had a change of heart and decided to act in the film.
‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ is a biographical sports drama film that revolves around the life of Dronacharya awardee and Indian hockey player, Balbir Singh Sr. The film is a tribute to the legendary player, who is considered one of the greatest hockey players of all time. Aamir Khan, who is known for his intense preparation and dedication, had initially decided to act in the film. However, after the failure of ‘Laal Singh Chaddha’, he wasn’t very keen on acting in the film.
At that time, Farhan Akhtar was his first choice for the Hindi version of ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’. Farhan is a talented actor and has been a part of several successful films, including ‘Rock On!!’, ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’, and ‘Toofaan’. He has also received critical acclaim for his performances in films like ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’ and ‘The Sky is Pink’. Although Farhan was initially locked for the role, Aamir Khan didn’t go through with the plan after ‘Laal Singh Chaddha’ failed to perform well at the box office.
On the other hand, Sivakarthikeyan was Aamir Khan’s choice for the Tamil version of ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’. Sivakarthikeyan is a renowned Tamil actor, who has been a part of several successful films, including ‘Ethir Neechal’, ‘Maan Karate’, and ‘Don’. He has also received critical acclaim for his performances in films like ‘Kaaki Sattai’ and ‘Raja Ranguski’.
However, after re-reading the script of ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’, Aamir Khan had a change of heart. Despite the initial setbacks, he decided to act in the film, and the rest is history. In an interview, Aamir Khan spoke about his initial choices and how they were very supportive of his decision to step back from the project. “When I spoke to Farhan and Sivakarthik, they were very supportive,” he said.
It’s not uncommon for actors to change their minds or step back from a project due to various reasons. However, Aamir Khan’s decision to step back from ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ initially and then decide to act in the film after re-reading the script is a testament to his dedication to his craft and his commitment to telling meaningful stories.
‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ is a film that has been in the making for several years, and Aamir Khan’s dedication to the project is evident in his performance. The film is a tribute to the life of Balbir Singh Sr., and Aamir Khan’s portrayal of the legendary player is a testament to his acting skills.
In conclusion, Aamir Khan’s revelation about Farhan Akhtar and Sivakarthikeyan being his initial choices for ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ is a fascinating insight into the making of the film. Despite the initial setbacks, Aamir Khan’s commitment to the project and his dedication to his craft are a testament to his talent and his passion for storytelling. ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ is a film that is set to leave a lasting impact on audiences, and Aamir Khan’s performance is a must-watch.
