Kajol Turned Down This Aamir Khan Blockbuster That Earned ₹460 Crores on a ₹55 Crore Budget

Veteran Bollywood actress Kajol is set to appear soon in the horror film Maa. While she has delivered many memorable performances in her illustrious career, Kajol has also passed on some major film offers — one of which was a huge blockbuster starring Aamir Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan. The film, made on a budget of just ₹55 crore, went on to earn over ₹460 crore worldwide.

Kajol's Missed Opportunity: Three Idiots

Back in 2009, Kajol was approached to play the role that Kareena Kapoor eventually portrayed in the iconic film Three Idiots. Despite the film’s later massive success, Kajol declined the role. This decision is often speculated to be one of the rare regrets in her career choices.

About Three Idiots

Directed by Rajkumar Hirani and produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Three Idiots featured a stellar cast including Aamir Khan, Kareena Kapoor, R. Madhavan, Sharman Joshi, Omi Vaidya, and Boman Irani. With a modest production budget of ₹55 crore, the film struck a chord with audiences and critics alike.

Box Office Success Beyond Expectations

Three Idiots went on to earn approximately ₹202 crore domestically and raked in a global total of over ₹460 crore. It remains one of Bollywood’s highest-grossing and most beloved films, cementing its place as an all-time blockbuster.

Kajol’s Upcoming Film Maa

Kajol is currently in the spotlight for her upcoming movie Maa, a horror thriller set to release on June 27. The film, produced by Ajay Devgn Films and Jio Studios and directed by Vishal Furia (known for Chhori 2), features Kajol protecting her daughter—played by Kheerin Sharma—from a demonic threat. The recently released trailer has been well received by audiences, building anticipation for the film’s theatrical debut.