Yash Chopras Darr catapulted Shah Rukh Khan to a newfound fame. Released in 1993 the film was a blockbuster success establishing King Khans versatility as an actor. However not many know that SRKs character was initially offered to 3 superstars. It was only after they rejected that role and it went to him. Makers of Darr suffered casting problems initially. Aamir Khan was approached to play the role of obsessive stalker Rahul. Reportedly he backed out due to creative differences. In an event when asked about the superhit film Mr Perfectionist said I was going to do Darr but then I opted out of it for other reasons. It is very well made. Shah Rukh Khan was perfectly suited for the role. The soul Yash ji was trying to put in the film through me...If I was doing it it would have gone wrong. I dont regret not doing it. Later Ajay Devgn and Salman Khan were reportedly offered the film but they later rejected it. Eventually the role went to Shah Rukh Khans kitty garnering him profound success in an antagonist role for the first time. According to reports Rishi Kapoor and Mithun Chakraborty were initially approached for the role of Sunil which was portrayed by Sunny Deol in the film. However they all declined it due to unknown reasons. Moreover Juhi Chawla who starred as a lead actress in Darr portrayed the role of Kiran. Before her final casting several actresses were approached including Sridevi Madhuri Dixit Divya Bharti and Aishwarya Rai but certainly it didnt work out and Juhi ultimately played the part. Shah Rukh Khans Darr was the years highest-grossing Indian film earning Rs 21.3 crore at the box office. Moreover it also earned the National Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment at the 41st National Awards.