Bollywood has a long-standing fascination with the concept of double roles, offering actors the exciting challenge of portraying contrasting personalities within the same film and often leading to captivating narratives filled with mistaken identities, dramatic confrontations, and comedic chaos. From classic gems to more contemporary hits, this cinematic trope continues to entertain audiences, showcasing the versatility of talented performers and the intriguing possibilities of parallel lives. Let’s delve into some notable Bollywood films where actors have taken on the exciting task of portraying double roles, exploring the unique dynamics and storytelling potential this technique offers.
Shekhar Ravjiani went down memory lane and talked about his memorable experiences in the fourth episode of The Filmy Hustle, hosted by distributor-exhibitor Akshaye Rathi. Shekhar revealed how the idea of ‘Dard-E-Disco’, the chartbuster song from Om Shanti Om (2007), featuring a shirtless Shah Rukh Khan, came from none other than Bhushan Kumar of T-Series.
Manoj Kumar was offended by a scene in Shah Rukh Khan’s film Om Shanti Om. Despite SRK’s apology and scene removal in India, it was included in Japan, leading to a legal suit.
