Archive · 25 Dec 2025
Madhuri Dixit, Salman Khan Quit Pardes
Madhuri Dixit and Salman Khan were initially part of the film Pardes, directed by Subhash Ghai.
However, they both left the project.
Madhuri Dixit was offered the lead role but turned it down, possibly due to creative differences or a busy schedule.
Salman Khan also left the film.
The director wanted a newcomer for the role of Rajiv, who was supposed to look like an NRI.
Eventually, Mahima Chaudhary was cast in the lead role and became an overnight sensation.
The film, starring Shah Rukh Khan, was a huge success and is remembered for its music, cinematography, and acting.
Madhuri Dixit and Salman Khan were initially part of the film Pardes but left the project.
Subhash Ghai wanted a newcomer for the role of Rajiv, who was supposed to look like an NRI.
Mahima Chaudhary was cast in the lead role and became an overnight sensation.
The film Pardes, starring Shah Rukh Khan, was a huge success and is remembered for its music, cinematography, and acting.
The film's budget was Rs 10 crore and it earned more than Rs 35 crore at the box office.
- Who
- Madhuri Dixit, Salman Khan, Subhash Ghai, Shah Rukh Khan, Mahima Chaudhary
- What
- Madhuri Dixit and Salman Khan quit the film Pardes, which was later successful with a different cast
- When
- The film was released in 1997
- Where
- The film is set in India and revolves around an NRI
- Why
- Subhash Ghai wanted a newcomer for the role of Rajiv and felt a superstar would not fit the specific needs of the role
- Film
- Pardes
- Director
- Subhash Ghai
- Initial Cast
- Madhuri Dixit, Salman Khan
- Final Cast
- Shah Rukh Khan, Mahima Chaudhary
- Release Year
- 1997
- Budget
- Rs 10 crore
- Box Office
- Rs 35 crore
- Genre
- Romantic Drama