Kangana Ranaut, known for her bold statements and outspoken nature, recently made headlines with her claims about being offered two major roles by Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. The actress, who is currently promoting her upcoming film Emergency, revealed in a conversation with Siddharth Kannan that Salman Khan had offered her Kareena Kapoor’s role in Bajrangi Bhaijaan and the lead role in Sultan, which eventually went to Anushka Sharma. Kangana explained why she chose to reject both offers and also shed light on her relationship with Salman.
Kangana on Turning Down ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ and ‘Sultan’
During the interview, Kangana shared that Salman Khan approached her with a role in Bajrangi Bhaijaan. She recalled, “Salman offered me a role in Bajrangi Bhaijaan. I asked him, ‘What kind of role is this?'” Despite the opportunity to be a part of such a significant film, Kangana decided not to take on the role.
Following this, Salman offered her the lead role in Sultan, a film that went on to become a massive hit. Kangana revealed, “Salman then approached me for Sultan. But I didn’t take that role either. So, Salman jokingly asked me, ‘What else can I offer you now?'”
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Kangana’s Bond with Salman Khan
Kangana went on to describe her relationship with Salman Khan, emphasizing that despite rejecting his offers, there is mutual respect and understanding between them. “Salman is very kind. He keeps in touch with me and is even excited to watch Emergency,” she said. Kangana also mentioned that they share a common friend who urged Salman to watch Emergency. “Salman called me and said the film is well made. I jokingly told him, ‘So, you have the news, but you haven’t seen it yourself.’ Our bond is something like that,” Kangana added with a smile.
Kangana’s Aspirations: Directing the Three Khans
Kangana has always been vocal about her ambitions and in an earlier interview during the trailer launch of Emergency, she expressed her desire to work with Bollywood’s three Khans—Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Aamir Khan. However, she clarified that her interest lies in producing and directing a film with all three superstars, rather than acting alongside them. Kangana remarked, “I would love to direct a film with all three Khans.”
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In another candid interview, Kangana explained why she had previously rejected films with the Khans, stating, “I turned down films with all three Khans because the heroines in those films usually have just two scenes and one song.” Kangana, known for her preference for strong, substantial roles, made it clear that she seeks more significant and impactful characters, which is why she declined those offers.
Kangana’s Upcoming Film ‘Emergency’
Kangana Ranaut’s upcoming film Emergency, in which she stars as well as directs, is set to release on September 6. The film has generated considerable buzz, not only because of Kangana’s dual role as an actress and director but also because of its subject matter. The film is expected to be a powerful portrayal of India’s political history, and Kangana’s involvement has raised expectations.
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With Emergency on the horizon and Kangana’s continued candidness about her career choices, the actress remains a significant figure in Bollywood, known for her determination to carve her path in the industry. Her revelations about turning down major roles in Bajrangi Bhaijaan and Sultan only add to her reputation as an actress who makes bold and unconventional choices. Fans and industry insiders alike are eagerly awaiting the release of Emergency to see what Kangana has created this time.
