Shah Rukh Khan filmed action scenes in Raees despite serious knee problem, causing swelling, reveals Rahul Dholakia
Shah Rukh Khan’s immense success in Bollywood can be attributed not only to his box office hits but also to his humble and hardworking nature. Filmmaker Rahul Dholakia recently shared a story from the set of their film Raees, where King Khan showed his professionalism and determination despite facing a knee problem.
During a conversation with Mashable India, Dholakia reminisced about their time working on Raees. He recalled how Shah Rukh Khan suffered from a knee issue that caused swelling and pain, but the actor continued to work on the film without complaints. Despite the challenges, Khan’s dedication and work ethic shone through.
Given the action-packed nature of the film, Dholakia requested the action director to minimize retakes to avoid causing more pain to Khan. However, Khan insisted on doing better and completed the shooting schedule with resilience and dedication.
Dholakia commended Shah Rukh Khan for his supportive and encouraging nature on set, emphasizing that the actor made everyone feel comfortable and valued. He also mentioned an instance where Khan and the producer encouraged him to include songs in the film Raees, despite his initial reluctance.
Released in 2017, Raees showcased Shah Rukh Khan in a new avatar as a bootlegging king from the 80s. The film also featured Mahira Khan and Nawazuddin Siddiqui in significant roles but did not perform well at the box office.
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