Archive · 26 Jun 2025
Manoj Bajpayee Denies 'Rang De Basanti' Casting Claim
Manoj Bajpayee, the actor, saw a story saying he was supposed to be in the movie 'Rang De Basanti' instead of Aamir Khan.
He said it wasn't true with a funny tweet.
The story came from the person who helped write the movie.
The story also said the movie was delayed because Bajpayee didn't respond.
Manoj is also coming back in the new season of 'The Family Man' where he plays an intelligence officer.
Manoj Bajpayee refuted claims he was offered Aamir Khan's role in 'Rang De Basanti'.
Reports cited screenwriter Kamlesh Pandey as the source of the claim.
Bajpayee responded on X (formerly Twitter) with a dismissive tweet.
The initial report stated that the film was delayed for six years due to Bajpayee's lack of response.
Bajpayee will return as Srikant Tiwari in 'The Family Man' Season 3.
- Who
- Manoj Bajpayee and Kamlesh Pandey.
- What
- Manoj Bajpayee denied being offered a role in 'Rang De Basanti'.
- When
- Recently, after reports surfaced online.
- Where
- On X (formerly Twitter).
- Why
- To refute claims about his involvement in the film.
Initial Claim
Bajpayee's Response
Casting
Initial Claim
Kamlesh Pandey claimed Manoj Bajpayee was first choice.
Bajpayee's Response
Manoj Bajpayee denied the claim.
- Actor
- Manoj Bajpayee
- Movie
- 'Rang De Basanti'
- Original Role
- Aamir Khan's role
- Bajpayee's Response
- Dismissive tweet
- Source of Claim
- Kamlesh Pandey (screenwriter)
- Next Project
- 'The Family Man' Season 3
Sources
Manoj Bajpayee SLAMS Producer Who Said Actor Rejected Aamir's Role In Rang De Basanti: SM Pe Itne Khali Lota Le Ke...
Manoj Bajpayee SHUTS Down Rumours Of Being First Choice For Rang De Basanti: 'Matlab Kuch Bhi'
