Farhan & Sivakarthikeyan were leads in ‘Sitaare…’ first: Aamir
When it comes to iconic films, ‘Lagaan’ and ‘Taare Zameen Par’ are two of the most notable ones in Aamir Khan’s illustrious career. While ‘Lagaan’ is a historical sports drama, ‘Taare Zameen Par’ is a heartwarming and thought-provoking film that explores the world of dyslexia. In a recent revelation, Aamir Khan has shared that Farhan Akhtar was initially locked in as the main lead for the Hindi version of ‘Taare Zameen Par’, while Sivakarthikeyan was set to star in the Tamil version. However, Aamir Khan didn’t proceed with the project after ‘Laal Singh Chaddha’ failed, but later changed his mind after reading the script and eventually took on the lead role himself.
The revelation was made by Aamir Khan in an interview with a leading publication, where he spoke about his initial plans for the film. According to Aamir, he had initially planned to work with Farhan Akhtar and Sivakarthikeyan for the Hindi and Tamil versions of ‘Taare Zameen Par’ respectively. However, due to some unforeseen circumstances, the project didn’t move forward with the initial cast.
When asked about his experience of working with Farhan and Sivakarthikeyan, Aamir Khan shared that the two actors were very supportive and understanding of the project. “When I spoke to Farhan and Sivakarthik, they were very supportive,” he said. “They were very understanding about the film and its subject matter. They were very enthusiastic about being a part of it, but unfortunately, the project didn’t take off.”
It’s interesting to note that Aamir Khan had initially planned to take a backseat and let Farhan Akhtar and Sivakarthikeyan take the lead roles in the respective versions of the film. However, after reading the script and getting more involved with the project, Aamir decided to take on the lead role himself.
Aamir Khan’s decision to take on the lead role in ‘Taare Zameen Par’ was a turning point in his career. The film went on to become a critical and commercial success, and Aamir’s performance as the dyslexic child, Ishaan, earned him widespread acclaim. The film’s success can be attributed to Aamir’s dedication and passion for the project, and his willingness to take on the lead role despite initial plans to cast someone else.
In conclusion, Aamir Khan’s revelation about initially planning to cast Farhan Akhtar and Sivakarthikeyan in ‘Taare Zameen Par’ is a fascinating insight into the making of the film. The fact that Aamir Khan was willing to let go of the lead role and let someone else take it up is a testament to his humility and willingness to put the project above his own interests. As an actor and a filmmaker, Aamir Khan has always been known for his dedication and passion for his work, and ‘Taare Zameen Par’ is a shining example of that.
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