Rajesh Khanna Declines Bigg Boss Offer

Rajesh Khanna, once a Bollywood superstar, faced a dramatic fall from grace as audiences shifted towards Amitabh Bachchan and action-oriented films. Despite being offered ₹3.5 crore per episode to join the reality show Bigg Boss during his career's nadir, Khanna initially rejected the opportunity, stating it was beneath him. Journalist Ali Peter John recounted that after changing his mind, the show's producers had already lost interest. Khanna's decline was further exacerbated by rumors of his arrogance and his tumultuous personal life, including his marriage to actress Dimple Kapadia. Ultimately, Khanna's refusal to adapt to changing industry dynamics led to his estrangement from the film world and a brief foray into politics. The late actor remains a celebrated figure in Indian cinema history, posthumously receiving the Padma Bhushan.