Aamir Khan hands role in Rakesh Sharma bio-pic to Shah Rukh Khan

Though actor Aamir Khan was slated to play austronaut Rakesh Sharma in an upcoming bio-pic, he personally gave the role over to his friend Shah Rukh Khan
Aamir Khan and Shah Rukh Khan
Aamir Khan and Shah Rukh Khan

Shah Rukh Khan is taking over the role as Rakesh Sharma, replacing actor and friend Aamir Khan in the upcoming film Salute. 

Reports say that Aamir personally offered the role to SRK, saying that the script was worth considering, and the changeover has officially been made and SRK will be playing the astronaut in the film directed by Mahesh Mathai. 

The reason for Aamir's choice to turn down the role is said to be because of his long-term committment to Mahabharat, but the actor has yet to confirm.

As for Shah Rukh Khan, he has already had some experience with space in the film Swades in 2004.

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