Swades was first planned with Aamir Khan, who had script reservations despite liking the plot. Hrithik Roshan heard a narration, and R Madhavan auditioned, impressing writer Amin Hajee. Shah Rukh Khan later approached director Ashutosh Gowariker directly after watching Lagaan, secured the role, and delivered one of his most celebrated performances.
Swades was first planned with Aamir Khan, who had script reservations despite liking the plot. Hrithik Roshan heard a narration, and R Madhavan auditioned, impressing writer Amin Hajee. Shah Rukh Khan later approached director Ashutosh Gowariker directly after watching Lagaan, secured the role, and delivered one of his most celebrated performances.
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