Veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar confessed he was convinced 'Lagaan' would fail, citing its unconventional elements like a dhoti-clad hero, period setting, and slow-paced cricket. He questioned the song situations, which revolved around the uncertainty of rain. Despite his skepticism, Aamir Khan remained confident, and the film ultimately became a landmark success.
Veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar confessed he was convinced 'Lagaan' would fail, citing its unconventional elements like a dhoti-clad hero, period setting, and slow-paced cricket. He questioned the song situations, which revolved around the uncertainty of rain. Despite his skepticism, Aamir Khan remained confident, and the film ultimately became a landmark success.
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