Aamir Khan‘s iconic film Sarfarosh, released in 1999, has completed 24 years in Hindi cinema. Directed by John Matthew Matthan, the movie, which also starred Naseeruddin Shah and Sonali Bendre, holds a special place in the hearts of audiences and critics alike.
Director John Matthew Matthan took a break due to a loss of interest in the filmmaking process. Admitting to spending most of his time at home indulging in TV shows and movies, Matthan reminisces about the journey of Sarfarosh and its unexpected endurance over a quarter-century.
Not Aamir Khan, Shah Rukh Khan
Was The First Choice For Sarfarosh
Reflecting on the casting process, Matthan revealed that Aamir Khan was not the initial choice for the lead role. In an interview with Indianexpress, he disclosed that the production team initially aimed to cast Shah Rukh Khan.
However, after witnessing Aamir’s powerful performance in the 1990 film Dil, Matthan was convinced that Aamir was the perfect fit for the character. He stated, “I saw Aamir in Dil where he was seen attempting rape on Madhuri Dixit’s character. He looked very honest in his role.”
When Matthan chose Aamir instead of Shah Rukh for the lead role, many in the industry doubted his decision. They thought Shah Rukh’s popularity would bring in more money. But Matthan stuck to his belief. He believed Aamir’s performance would give the movie more depth and truthfulness, making Sarfarosh different from usual Bollywood films.
Here’s How Aamir Khan Ended Up Doing Sarfarosh
Matthan approached Aamir for the movie, and Aamir agreed to it. John thought deeply about Aamir, who was mostly known for romantic roles. Matthan believed that Aamir’s change in Sarfarosh would impress everyone because nobody had ever cast him in an action role before.
Aamir was eager to try something new and realistic, but he still had doubts when he signed the film. Despite Aamir’s concerns, Matthan was confident that the movie would make enough money.
After Sarfarosh became a hit, Aamir realized the value of original stories, which inspired him to do Lagaan. Since then, Aamir has been picking diverse projects, keeping him relevant in the industry. For the unversed, John is gearing up for his return with Sarfarosh 2.
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