MUMBAI, Nov 18 – Acclaimed filmmaker Rakesh Roshan has revealed that he initially approached Ajay Devgn to play the antagonist Kaal in his 2013 blockbuster Krrish 3, a role that eventually went to Vivek Oberoi. In an exclusive interview with News18, Roshan shared insights into the casting decision and his long-standing admiration for Devgn as an actor.
Roshan explained that while Devgn praised the film’s story and screenplay, he turned down the role due to concerns about being portrayed as a villain who meets his demise at the hands of the hero, played by Hrithik Roshan.
“He said, ‘Rakesh ji mere liye ye karna thoda mushkil hoga kyunki main bhi hero hoon. Mujhe end mein maare, acha nahi lagega (It will be difficult for me to play the part because even I am a hero. If I am killed in the end, it won’t look nice),’” Roshan recalled. Despite Devgn’s decision, Roshan maintains high regard for the actor, calling him a “very fine performer” who makes a significant impact in every film.
“We never got a chance to work together. I couldn’t make a film in which I could cast him,” Roshan said, adding that he remains eager to collaborate with Devgn in the future.
Krrish 3, the third installment of the popular superhero franchise, starred Hrithik Roshan alongside Priyanka Chopra, Kangana Ranaut, and Vivek Oberoi. The film was a critical and commercial success, cementing its place as one of Bollywood’s highest-grossing releases of the time.
Meanwhile, Rakesh Roshan is gearing up for the re-release of Karan Arjun as the film marks its 30th anniversary this year. The iconic 1995 action-drama, starring Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan, remains a landmark in Indian cinema. Notably, Ajay Devgn had also been considered for one of the lead roles in Karan Arjun before Salman Khan was ultimately cast.
Roshan has also announced plans for Krrish 4, the much-anticipated continuation of the superhero saga. However, details regarding its cast and production timeline remain under wraps.
(With inputs from reports)
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