The perfectionist actor Aamir Khan boasts an illustrious filmography with a singular mix of critically acclaimed and blockbuster movies, an achievement few Indian actors can declare. After which there’s Mani Ratnam, an completed filmmaker who has helmed terrific movies, together with Nayakan, Roja, Bombay, and Guru, to call just a few.
Surprisingly, these two inventive powerhouses have by no means collaborated on a challenge, although it got here near taking place a few years in the past. That challenge was Lajjo, a interval romantic drama that was set to star Aamir Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan within the lead roles. What brought about Lajjo to be shelved regardless of its stellar workforce and noble intentions? And extra intriguingly, what if Lajjo had really occurred?
Why Lajjo Didn’t Occur?
As per a Hindustan Occasions report, Mani Ratnam had introduced that he would make a movie starring Aamir Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan after Guru. Titled Lajjo, the interval romantic drama was alleged to go on flooring in October 2007, however confronted a number of setbacks. Mani Ratnam reportedly wasn’t eager on sharing the script for approval, which could have clashed with Aamir Khan’s collaborative strategy. He additionally needed Gulzar to jot down the Urdu dialogues, however managing three robust inventive minds- Mani Ratnam, Aamir Khan, and Gulzar could have been troublesome for the producer. Finances issues, particularly after Mangal Pandey, additional stalled the challenge.
What If Lajjo Had Occurred?
If Lajjo had materialized, it might have been a uncommon and noteworthy collaboration between two stalwarts of Indian cinema – Mani Ratnam and Aamir Khan. Set in opposition to a wealthy Rajasthani backdrop, the movie had the potential to be a visually gorgeous and emotionally layered love story powered by heartfelt performances. Who is aware of, it might need rivalled and even surpassed Mani Ratnam’s classics like Roja, Bombay, or Dil Se… and stood tall alongside Aamir Khan’s Lagaan (we dare say) and Rang De Basanti. Sadly, Lajjo stays one in every of Indian cinema’s most fascinating “what if” tales.
What Was Lajjo All About?
Based mostly on Ismat Chughtai’s quick story, the movie was set to characteristic Aamir Khan as Mirza Sahib, a carefree shopkeeper who repeatedly visits brothels. His life takes an surprising flip when he hires a intercourse employee, Lajjo (Kareena Kapoor Khan), as a maid, falls in love together with her, and marries her. However their relationship takes successful when Lajjo is seduced by a neighbour and Mirza catches them, which ends up in heartbreak and separation.
Will Aamir Khan and Mani Ratnam Ever Collaborate?
In a current interview with Baradwaj Rangan, Aamir Khan revealed that he has at all times been an enormous fan of Mani Ratnam and has lengthy needed to work with him. The 2 have met many occasions, had insightful discussions, and expressed curiosity in working collectively. Talking about Lajjo, he clarified that the challenge didn’t come collectively because of causes unrelated to the director. Aamir Khan nonetheless hopes that he and Mani Ratnam will work collectively sometime. Till then, let’s maintain our fingers crossed.
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