Rakesh Roshan recalls how Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan stayed in 15x15 rooms during ‘Karan Arjun’ shoot

One of the most iconic films of Indian cinema, 'Karan Arjun', featuring superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan, is all set for a re-release on November 22, 2024. Directed by Rakesh Roshan the film was released in the year 1995 and therefore this re-release is highly anticipated by all movie lovers. As the re-release is creating a buzz many interesting stories and incidents are also getting revealed which is exciting the fans even more to watch the iconic duo on the big screen after almost three decades.

Rakesh Roshan has now shared nostalgic memories from the film's production, highlighting the unique experiences of working with these two megastars. In an interview with Bollywood Hungama, he fondly recalled the simplicity of filmmaking in the 1990s. He noted that the entire film was completed in just 80 to 90 days.
He further revealed that during outdoor shoots, both Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan stayed in modest 15 by 15 feet rooms. Roshan explained, "There was an ashram nearby, under construction. There were no hotels in that village. I gave them money and asked them to turn it into a hotel "He asked to build bathrooms in every room to ensure comfort for his cast, despite concerns that this would make the rooms smaller. "I said, ‘No problem. Just put an AC and a bathroom,’" he added.

When discussing the acting styles of Shah Rukh and Salman, Roshan observed how their personalities naturally aligned with their characters in 'Karan Arjun'. He stated, "When we were making the film, it never felt like acting. Shah Rukh behaved exactly like Arjun, and Salman was just like Karan." This seamless integration into their roles made directing them an enjoyable experience.
Roshan also shared amusing anecdotes about waking them up for shoots. He would often visit their rooms at 6 AM to wake them from sleep. "It was like waking up children. Salman, on seeing me, would pull a pillow over his face and say, ‘I’m getting ready,’" Roshan recalled with a smile. His dedication as a director extended beyond just directing as he said, “ I wouldn’t leave their rooms until they were fully ready."