Did You Know Akshaye Khanna Gave Up the Lead Role of Akash for Aamir Khan in Dil Chahta Hai?

Farhan Akhtar revealed that Akshaye Khanna was initially offered the lead role of Akash in Dil Chahta Hai, but he graciously gave it up for Aamir Khan. Farhan had envisioned Hrithik Roshan and Abhishek Bachchan in the other lead roles, but things didn't work out. Aamir Khan expressed his desire to play Akash, and Akshaye Khanna accepted the change, taking on the role of Siddharth instead. Farhan praised Akshaye's generosity, saying it's rare for actors to step aside from a lead role. This revelation sheds new light on the making of the beloved film.