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Meet actress who made superhit debut with SRK, gave many flop films, career was ruined after she rejected Aamir Khan's..

According to media reports, before Shah Rukh Khan's 'Mohabbatein', Shamita Shetty was offered Aamir Khan's film 'Lagaan', but she rejected the offer. Gracy Singh was then cast in the film in her place.
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DNA Expose: How A Private Company Is Collecting 'Lagaan' In Independent India

India is in the golden era of its independence. 75 years after independence, people are still being forced to put a lien on their land. 
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Karan Johar asked himself if he made 'path-breaking film' when Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham released: 'I was assaulted...'

Karan Johar said that when Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham released, Lagaan, Dil Chahta Hai, Chandni Bar, and Gadar hit the screens in the same year, which prompted him to ask this question to himself.
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'Told Aamir this climax will not work for Lagaan'

Cinematographer Anil Mehta disagreed with Aamir Khan and informed him that his proposed cricket match for Lagaan's climax would not work.
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Did you know Rani Mukerji was supposed to be a part of Aamir Khan`s Lagaan?

As Rani Mukerji celebrates her birthday, here`s an interesting trivia for you. Did you know that Rani Mukerji was supposed to be a part of the much-loved film `Lagaan`?
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Kiran Rao reminisces about working on Lagaan

She further added that she would sit in the makeup room, pondering what she was doing with her Master's in Mass Communication from Jamia. Yet, everyone has to put in their time in various roles, she..
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Kiran on relationship with Aamir's first wife Reena

Kiran Rao recently discussed her bond with Aamir Khan's former wife, Reena Dutta, before her relationship with Aamir. Khan and Dutta parted ways in 2002, a year after "Lagaan's" release. Rao, who..
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Aamir Khan as a producer has a 'MIDAS' touch

Aamir Khan's journey as a producer has been marked by success and experimentation, from backing big-budget films like "Lagaan" to supporting small projects like "Secret Superstar", " Delhi Belly" and "..
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Kiran clarifies she dated Aamir after his divorce

Filmmaker Kiran Rao recently opened up about the challenges she faced due to misconceptions surrounding her relationship with Aamir Khan. When Kiran began dating Aamir, who was previously married to..
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The most adrenaline pumping sports dramas on OTT

​Chak De! India, Lagaan and others: The most adrenaline pumping sports dramas to watch on OTT​
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Academy pays tribute to Nitin Desai

Late production director Nitin Desai, known for his work in 'Lagaan', 'Jodhaa Akbar', and 'Kaun Banega Crorepati', was posthumously honoured at the 96th Academy Awards for his contributions to Indian..
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Meet actress who worked in superhit films with Aamir Khan, Sanjay Dutt, did TV shows, then quit suddenly, is now..

Gracy Singh's first acting role was in the 1997 television serial 'Amanat'. In 1999 she was seen in Bengali Film 'Sundori Bou'. Gracy Singh's breakout role came when she starred opposite Aamir Khan in..
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BTS: Aamir's playful fumble steals hearts

A BTS video of the 'Lagaan' team singing 'Ghanan Ghanan' was released on Ashutosh Gowariker's birthday. The video captures director Ashutosh Gowariker reminiscing about the challenges during the song's..
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Abhishek's rejected movies were hits for Aamir

Abhishek Bachchan turning down roles in 'Lagaan,' 'Dil Chahta Hai,' and 'Rang De Basanti' shaped Aamir Khan's career. Bachchan felt unprepared for 'Lagaan,' but Aamir brought magic. Bachchan's recent..
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Did you know Lagaan director Ashutosh Gowariker started his career as an actor?

On `Lagaan` director Ashutosh Gowariker`s birthday, we look at some of the projects he featured in as an actor
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When Aamir Khan REJECTED 'Lagaan'

Aamir Khan's 'Lagaan' emerged as an acclaimed blockbuster, even landing an Oscar nomination. But did you know that Aamir had turned down the film after hearing the script?
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Mukesh got offers from south post Sarfarosh

Mukesh Rishi anticipated increased opportunities in Hindi cinema after 'Sarfarosh' success. However, he received calls from the southern film industry instead. Aamir Khan personally chose him for a..
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Yashpal reveals he liked Lakha'more than Bhuvan

Aamir Khan’s iconic film 'Lagaan' swept the nation, and even made it to the Oscars shortlist in the Foreign Language category in 2002, but unfortunately it didn't win the honour. However, the film is..
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Reema Kagti: My father approved of my career choice only after watching Lagaan

Filmmaker and Zoya Akhtar`s long-time collaborator Reema Kagti says she is `absolutely anti-social`, and her father didn`t approve of her career choice initially
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This superstar was offered Lagaan first, he recommended Aamir Khan to Ashutosh Gowariker saying...

Initially, Lagaan was not offered to Aamir Khan, after Ashutosh Gowariker faced rejection from two Bollywood superstars, Aamir Khan was offered the sports drama.
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Remember Rajesh Vivek, Veerana, Lagaan actor who went against his father's wish to act, breathed his last on film set

Rajesh Vivek's love and dedication towards cinema was so pure, that he passed away while rehearsing a scene. Read on to learn more about him.
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Rani Mukerji says she feels 'unfortunate' as she could not be part of this Aamir Khan blockbuster

Rani Mukerji opens up on not being part of Aamir Khan's Lagaan and said she feels unfortunate to be not the part of the film.
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Darsheel: Sachin Tendulkar has inspired me

Darsheel Safary discusses his role in the film 'Hukus Bukus' in an interview. The film explores the themes of cricket and faith in India. Safary plays a character who is a fan of Sachin Tendulkar,..
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From Lagaan to Laapataa Ladies, Aamir Khan Productions Always Guarantee Universally Loved Cinema

Aamir Khan Productions has always been serving the industry with some amazing cinema and good to say, a very well commercially successful one. 
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Made for Rs 124 crore, this film earned Rs 3145 crore, Shah Rukh Khan rejected this film, it's not Lagaan

Directed by Danny Boyle, Slumdog Millioniare was made on a budget of Rs 124 crore and the title of the film became a talking point at that time.
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World Cup 2023: MS Dhoni, and other Top 10 movies to watch on OTT for all cricket fans

From MS Dhoni: The Untold Story to Lagaan, a look at the top 10 movies for all cricket fans.
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Ashutosh shares an anecdote on Lagaan

Speaking at an event, Ashutosh said that originally, the year was 1885. He said that she chose 1885 as that was the year when the Indian National Congress (INC) was formed. Gowariker felt it would be..
IndiaTimes - Published

Ghoomer, Kerala Story among entries for Oscar

The screening of the films has begun in Chennai today, and the final selection will most likely be announced on September 23. It may be recalled here that Pan Nalin's, 'The Last Film Show' was chosen..
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This Bollywood blockbuster became first Indian movie to be screened at UN; it's not Sholay, Lagaan, Bajrangi Bhaijaan

The United Nations Auditorium hosted a special screening of this comedy-drama, and the movie was registered as the first full-length Indian movie to be screened at the UN.
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Ameesha Patel's shocking revelations

Ameesha Patel's shocking revelations about Kareena Kapoor, Aamir Khan, Lagaan, Anil Sharma and more
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Nitin Desai had met BJP leaders but got no help, Deol`s bungalow was saved: Raut

Nitin Desai, who created sets for blockbuster films like "Lagaan" and "Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam", allegedly committed suicide by hanging at his studio in Raigad
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First Indian film to earn over Rs 1500 crore, called flop after release, not Baahubali, Pathaan, KGF, Dangal, Lagaan, PK

Sholay director Ramesh Sippy once said in an interview that media wrote negative things about Sholay and Bollywood after the release of the film.
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Blockbusters Ameesha Patel MISSED out!

Munna Bhai, Lagaan, Chameli: Blockbusters Ameesha Patel MISSED out!
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Nitin Desai's 1st birth anniversary celebrated

Nitin Desai, the art director and production designer who died by suicide earlier this month, would have celebrated his 58th birthday on August 6. To commemorate this occasion, friends celebrated his..
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Sunny on Gadar 2 and OMG 2 box office clash

As Gadar 2 and Akshay Kumar's OMG 2 are going to clash at the box office, Sunny Deol recalled the time when Gadar was releasing with Lagaan and how people were siding with Aamir Khan's film.
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Nitin Desai Last Rites: Noted Art Director Cremated At His Studio, Bollywood Bids Tearful Adieu

In his lifetime, Desai had a number of acclaimed films to his credit including Lagaan, Khamoshi, Devdas, The Legend of Bhagat Singh, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, and more. 
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Aamir Khan and Ashutosh Gowariker pay last respects to Nitin Desai

Nitin Desai, who died by suicide at the age of 57 on Wednesday, was cremated today at his ND Studios in Karjat. Aamir Khan and Ashutosh Gowariker went to pay their last respects to the art director of..
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Nitin Desai suicide case: FIR registered against ECL Finance

Art director Nitin Desai who had designed the sets of films such as 'Lagaan' and 'Jodhaa Akbar' and the popular TV quiz show 'Kaun Banega Crorepati' was found dead on the premises of his N D Studios at..
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Nitin Desai’s mortal remains brought to ND studios

Nitin Chandrakant Desai died by suicide at his studio in Karjat in the wee hours of August 2. He left behind no suicide note, but a video recording. Nitin Desai had worked on several popular Bollywood..
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Lagaan Art Director Nitin Desai Was Reeling Under Huge Debt Of Over Rs 250 Crore

Nitin Desai Suicide Case: His financial troubles were reportedly owing to a series of irregular or delayed repayments of the principal amount.
Zee News - Published

Nitin Desai death: Reports confirm suicide

In a shocking piece of news from Bollywood, well known art director Nitin Desai was found dead at his studio in Khalapur. While initially it looked like a case of suicide, the police has now confirmed..
IndiaTimes - Published

Madhur Bhandarkar, Ketan Mehta and Milan Luthria pay tribute to Nitin Desai

Directors Bhandarkar, Luthria and Mehta pay tribute to one of Bollywood’s finest art directors, who could create lavish mansions for Devdas and rustic villages for Lagaan with equal ease
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