01/12We bet you didn't know these 11 facts about 'Om Shanti Om'

We bet you didn't know these 11 facts about 'Om Shanti Om'
Can you believe that it's already been 10 years since this Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone starrer released? While Farah Khan's 'Happy New Year' may have set the box-office ablaze, you can't ignore the fact that her film 'Om Shanti Om' was a highly successful film. Her movies may not win her many fans with the critics, but when it comes to raw entertainment, Farah Khan definitely holds all the cards. On the film's ten year anniversary, we bring you some facts that you probably didn't know about this blockbuster film.readmore

02/12Hollywood pop star Shakira was supposed to make her Bollywood debut with the film

Hollywood pop star Shakira was supposed to make her Bollywood debut with the film
Farah Khan’s magnum opus was originally slated to mark international pop diva Shakira’s Bollywood debut! The director, who has in the past choreographed the 'Hips Don’t Lie' singer, had managed to get Shakira to commit a few days to make an appearance in the movie. However, due to the uncertainty of her schedule, the idea was eventually scrapped.readmore

03/12This was the first film in which Shah Rukh Khan showed off his abs

This was the first film in which Shah Rukh Khan showed off his abs
After being turned down by Shakira, Farah Khan cashed in on the promise that SRK had made to her long ago about displaying his abs onscreen only if it was her directing the movie. And thus began Shah Rukh’s three-month-long training for 'Dard-e-disco'.readmore

04/12The yesteryear cars in the film belonged to Bollywood stars

The yesteryear cars in the film belonged to Bollywood stars
The yesteryear cars portrayed in the movie had a ring of authenticity. And if you're wondering why, it's all thanks to Rajesh Khanna & Hema Malini, who owned them personally. Yes, they were the ones who handed over their cars as props for the film.readmore

05/12Farah Khan was supposed to work on 'Happy New Year' first

Farah Khan was supposed to work on 'Happy New Year' first
Initially, Farah had planned to give the script for 'Happy New Year' the green light. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, she was compelled to put it on the backbench and piece together a movie inspired by '70s cinema instead.readmore

06/12Vivek Oberoi was the first choice for the film's villain

Vivek Oberoi was the first choice for the film's villain
Given how perfectly Arjun Rampal embodied the role of the antagonist, it feels like sheer blasphemy to learn that the diabolical Mukesh Mehra’s role was initially offered to Vivek Oberoi. We can't really imagine anybody else pull off the role with such perfection!readmore

07/12Aamir Khan refused to be a part of the 'Deewangi' song

Aamir Khan refused to be a part of the 'Deewangi' song
The song 'Deewangi' was originally scheduled to feature the four mighty Khans of the industry, in what would have truly been an iconic moment in cinematic history. However, Farah failed to take into account Aamir Khan’s dedication to his pet project, 'Taare Zameen Par'. Apparently, on being approached for the cameo, Aamir bluntly informed Farah that if he gave 'Om Shanti Om' four minutes of his time, 'Taare Zameen Par' would suffer by four months.readmore

08/12Dev Anand refused to feature in a cameo in the film

Dev Anand refused to feature in a cameo in the film
The cameo studded movie was also supposed to feature cinematic legend, Dev Anand. The veteran actor, however, refused as it went against his principle of not featuring in a blink & you’ll miss it cameos.readmore

09/12The character Rajesh Kapoor was based on Rajesh Khanna

The character Rajesh Kapoor was based on Rajesh Khanna
Not a lot of people know this, but the character Rajesh Kapoor was a play off of Rajesh Khanna, one of the biggest Bollywood superstars of the 70's. The character is also a tribute to the superstar and the Kapoor family.readmore

10/12The film marked Deepika Padukone's Bollywood debut

The film marked Deepika Padukone's Bollywood debut
Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone began her career with 'Om Shanti Om' and boy did she impress everyone. Not a lot of people know that her voice in this film was provided by popular dubbing artist Mona Ghosh Shetty.readmore