Shatrughan Sinha on turning down 'Deewar' and 'Sholay': 'I am upset'

Shatrughan Sinha gained massive popularity with film 'Kala Pathar'

By Web Desk
February 19, 2023
Shatrughan Sinha gained massive popularity with film Kala Pathar
Shatrughan Sinha gained massive popularity with film 'Kala Pathar'

Shatrughan Sinha says that he feels upset to have turned down movies like; Deewar and Sholay. 

During an event, Sinha stated that he wanted to do those roles. He said that he turned down Deewar due to difference in opinion. Meanwhile, Sholay was first offered to him, but due to his packed schedule he had to let it go.

“I am upset I could not do Deewar. That film was written for me! They had brought the script to me first. It was with me for six months. However, due to a difference in opinion, I had backed out. Sholay was also offered to me first that eventually went to Amitabh Bachchan. I had to let go of it due to shooting dates. I was shooting a lot during that time, stated Shatrughan."

In the same event, he also spoke about his famous dialogue Khamosh that is recognized worldwide. The actor says he still trying t figure out how did it get so famous, reports IndiaToday.

Shatrughan Sinha, who is also the father of Sonakshi Sinha, gained popularity with his super hit performances in films like; Dostana, Naseeb, Loha, Kala Pathar, Jaani Dushmann.