In 1993 Abbas-Mustan released a film that became a turning point in Bollywood. Several actors were considered for the lead role but it eventually went to a newcomer Shah Rukh Khan. The blockbuster film was titled Baazigar and it featured Shah Rukh Khan Kajol and Shilpa Shetty in the lead roles. The movie set records at the time and became unforgettable for many. While the makers reaped immense success it was Shah Rukh Khan who benefitted the most from this film. Baazigar proved to be a milestone in his career. At a time when most actors shied away from negative roles Shah Rukh took a bold step and portrayed a villain creating history in the process. In the 1990s most heroes avoided negative roles but Shah Rukh Khan took a major risk by accepting this challenge. The film produced on a modest budget went on to make a fortune grossing millions. Shah Rukh Khan’s portrayal of the anti-hero was a major highlight as he played the villainous role alongside Kajol and Shilpa Shetty both of whom played the romantic leads. The story of Baazigar revolves around revenge. Shah Rukh Khan’s character seeks vengeance for the deaths of his father and brother by winning over the hearts of Kajol and Shilpa Shetty’s father ultimately taking control of everything. In a surprising twist the hero transforms into the villain. The film turned out to be a blockbuster and a milestone in Shah Rukh Khans career. Released in 1993 Baazigar became the fourth highest-grossing film of the year earning 14 crores against a budget of just 2 crores. This film was a game-changer for both the makers and Shah Rukh Khan marking a pivotal moment in his career.