May 1, 2009
Aamir Khan Replaced By Shahrukh
Shah Rukh Khan is slated to replace Aamir Khan in Reema Kagti’s next. Reportedly, Aamir Khan had a fall-out with his friends Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani over terms for their next film. Aamir, apparently, demanded a whopping fee and a sizeable percentage in the profits.
Our source said, “Ritesh had gone to meet Aamir on the sets of 3 Idiots to finalise the deal, however, they had a major disagreement over certain terms and conditions laid by Aamir. A disgruntled Ritesh left the sets in a huff.”
The source added, “It was sad as Farhan, Ritesh and Aamir were like family. They made a cult film like Dil Chahta Hai. Although Aamir has not worked with them again, they have always been in touch. Whether the dispute over this film will also affect their personal relationship, is yet to be seen.”
However, Sidhwani side-tracked the vital question of Shah Rukh Khan filling Aamir’s shoes. He said, “We are talking to an actor all right but if it is our dear friend Shah Rukh or someone else, we will say so at an appropriate time.” Source