In an audition, Ajay Devgn recited Zanjeer phrases, revealing that the director of Phool Aur Kaante wanted Akshay Kumar for the film.

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4 years ago

June 7, 2022

India

In an audition, Ajay Devgn recited Zanjeer phrases, revealing that the director of Phool Aur Kaante wanted Akshay Kumar for the film.

With the 1991 film Phool Aur Kaante, Ajay Devgn made his Bollywood debut. Ajay is one of the most commercially successful actors in the film industry, having appeared in over 100 films over the course of 30 years. The actor, however, was not the first choice for his debut film, which went on to become a box office hit. Kuku Kohli has now revealed that he had hoped to cast Akshay Kumar in the film, but Ajay persuaded him to do so.

Madhoo, Aruna Irani, Jagdeep, and Amrish Puri were among the cast members of Phool Aur Kaante. Ajay won an award for his debut and is best remembered for his incredible entrance scene, in which he appeared on screen standing on two moving motorcycles.

“I had auditioned many established actors,” Kuku Kohli told ETimes in an interview about how he chose Akshay for the film. In fact, I had Akshay Kumar pencilled in for the lead role. However, he had agreed to star in a Pramod Chakraborty film that was set to begin around the same time. He was unable to assign bulk dates.”

“Then, I saw Ajay’s picture in his dad’s office,” he continued, referring to Ajay’s casting in the film. Raju was his name at the time. I asked his father if he aspired to be a hero. I auditioned Ajay, and he exuded confidence; he recited several Zanjeer dialogues during the audition.”

“Frankly, it was my father’s (Veeru Devgan) dream to launch me as an actor,” Ajay told Hindustan Times in an interview after reaching the milestone of 30 years in the industry. All I had to do was concentrate on realising his dream. I didn’t think about whether or not I would be successful at the time. “All I did was follow orders.”

“I was catapulted to stardom when Phool Aur Kaante became a craze.” Every daredevil adolescent in the country aspired to make his way through life by riding two motorcycles in a split! I was inexperienced, and unprepared for stardom. God, my parents’ blessings, the blessings of the industry, and the blessings of the fans gave me the adoration that a celebrity receives,” he added.

Ajay was recently seen in Runway 34 with Amitabh Bachchan. In addition to Gangubai Kathiawadi and RRR, he played a significant role in Gangubai Kathiawadi. He has a number of projects in the works, including Maidaan, Drishyam 2, and Thank God.

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Amitabh Bachchan Fan Faints After Hours of Torturous Waiting

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1 week ago

May 25, 2026

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Amitabh Bachchan: Shocking Fan Incident Outside Jalsa

Amitabh Bachchan Fan Faints After Hours of Torturous Waiting

The weekly Sunday rite outside the renowned gates of Jalsa is nothing short of profoundly holy. For decades, thousands of deeply moved admirers have gathered like clockwork, hoping for a single glimpse of the iconic megastar.

Yesterday evening, that fierce commitment took a scary and sad turn. A middle-aged guy, who had been standing patiently in the scorching midday sun for more than four hours, collapsed unexpectedly.

He collapsed totally into profound sleep, landing directly on the harsh, unforgiving asphalt road. The happy, chanting crowd fell silent in an instant as reality hit in.

A Heartbreaking Moment of Desperation

According to eyewitnesses, this enthusiast travelled across various states for a two-minute glimpse of his idol. His quivering hands clutched a framed vintage photograph of the superstar.

As the searing midday heat reached its zenith, acute dehydration and utter physical fatigue overtook his body. His feeble knees bowed under the crushing weight of his never-ending, frantic wait.

He fell face first to the ground before anyone could react or grab him. The enormous crowd’s collective, frightened gasp boomed over Juhu’s normally peaceful suburban streets.

Sudden Chaos Outside Jalsa’s Gates

Within seconds, total fear spread among the observers. Fellow supporters quickly dropped their homemade banners and posters, coming to the fallen man’s rescue. Someone desperately sprayed cold water upon his pale, sweating face.

The large security crew stationed outside Amitabh Bachchan’s home acted quickly. They were able to remove the rising, panicked crowd, allowing the choking sufferer to breathe easier.

An emergency ambulance was dispatched immediately, while local volunteers attempted to revive him. In a few startling moments, the atmosphere went from exhilarating exhilaration to total horror.

The Relentless Sunday Evening Madness

Every Sunday evening, the veteran actor gracefully goes onto a high podium at his grand gates. It is a renowned custom that has completely defined Bollywood fan culture over generations.

Passionate admirers will miss meals, risk heavy monsoons, and suffer harsh summer heat waves only to see him wave. It is a profound, emotional bond that defies all reasonable logic.

For this heartbreakingly loyal admirer, the powerful emotional rush combined with severe physical tiredness proved to be a highly perilous, almost lethal combination on the boiling, sweltering concrete.

Security Personnel Scramble to Prevent Tragedy

Local police officers responded promptly to the chaotic scene, attempting to manage the emotionally charged throng. Medical staff administered quick, vital first aid on the scene, examining his critically weak and decreasing pulse.

The comatose man was gingerly put onto a canvas stretcher, still clutching his prized, sweat-soaked image of the actor. He was sent to a local hospital for emergency treatment.

On-duty medics eventually confirmed that he had severe heatstroke and acute, life-threatening dehydration. Fortunately, his medical condition improved after he received repeated IV infusions and intensive, appropriate care.

A Stark Warning for Star-Worshippers

This terrible, tragic episode has generated a heated, much-needed debate about the extreme limits of celebrity worship in India. Blind passion should never result in the death of an innocent person.

Jalsa is an undisputed historical monument to love, but yesterday it served as a grim, sobering lesson. Extreme physical endurance for a brief moment can easily result in a catastrophic medical tragedy.

As thousands of passionate individuals continue to flow to Mumbai every day, the fine line between beautiful appreciation and life-threatening devotion becomes increasingly, dangerously blurred for these fragile worshippers.

Terrifying Boundaries of Human Obsession

The burning passion that motivates these ordinary folks to risk their own health is both wonderful and scary. It emphasises the megastar’s immense, godlike influence over millions of hearts.

While the legendary actor continues to express love to his devoted fans, this dangerous occurrence demonstrates that safety should always come first. No fan should have to bleed or faint on the street in order to catch a passing shadow.

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