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Bollywood: Kajol said ‘Na’, yet ‘3 Idiots’ earned 400 crores, know the’ unheard truth of the 16 -year -old film.
Samira Vishwas | June 13, 2025 3:24 AM CST

Bollywood: Kajol said ‘Na’, yet ‘3 Idiots’ earned 400 crores, know the’ unheard truth of the 16 -year -old film.

News India Live, Digital Desk: Bollywood: Do you remember Rajkumar Hirani’s ‘3 Idiots’? Of course it will be! Who can forget this film, which teaches the unique definition of friendship, dreams and education. It has been released for 16 years, but even today this film holds a special place in our hearts. It was not only a blast at the box office, but became a ‘trademark’ film that changed the meaning of Indian cinema. But do you know that there is a story to this blockbuster film that you will also be shocked to hear?

Who was the first choice and why said ‘No’?

You would know that in this film, actress Kareena Kapoor played a great role of ‘Pya’. His work was very much liked. But do you know that the role of this lead actress was offered to someone else before Kareena? And she was our own Bollywood diva, Actress Kajol!

Yes, director Rajkumar Hirani, who made great films like ‘PK’ and ‘Sanju’, wanted to take Kajol for the lead female role in 3 Idiots. He also offered Kajol to the film.

Why did Kajol reject the offer?

According to reports, Kajol rejected this offer. The reason for his refusal was also very interesting. It is said that Kajol then refused, saying that in the story of the film There was nothing special for the female character And the entire focus of the film was on three friends (Amir Khan, R. Madhavan, Sharman Joshi). He felt that his role in this was not as strong that he would get satisfaction.

Despite this, the film buried flags!

But see the game of luck! Despite Kajol saying ‘Na’, Rajkumar Hirani and Aamir Khan’s film proved to be a milestone in the history of Indian cinema. It not only earned more than 400 crores, but won the hearts of both critics and viewers. Kareena Kapoor gave life to the role of ‘Pya’ with her acting and people remembered the character forever.

Aamir Khan, Kareena Kapoor, R.K. Madhavan, Sharman Joshi and Boman Irani’s wonderful acting and Rajkumar Hirani’s best direction… Everything sat in this film that even after 16 years, this film gives us as much inspiration and happiness as it was earlier. So many times, saying a film as ‘Na’, something happens that becomes history!

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