Mahabharat fame Firoz Khan Feels He Was Destined To Play Arjun

Firoz Khan played the role of Arjun in Mahabharat. Not only this, but the actor also changed his name to his on-screen character's name after the success of the show. In a conversation with a leading newspaper, the actor spoke about changing his name, replacing Jackie Shroff, and much more. 

For those who do not know, veteran actor Jackie Shroff was approached to play the role of Arjun but Feroz Khan feels that he was destined to play the character of Arjun. He said, “After a week of the audition when I did not get a call, I went to BR Chopra's office. There, I was asked to wear a costume and a mustache. I went up to Chopra Saab's cabin to meet him. He had a chat with the writers, Dr. Rahi Masoom Raza and Pandit Narendra Sharma. It is that time, that they told me that I've been locked to play Arjun."

Revealing the reason as to why he changed his name to Arjun professionally, the actor said that it was because of confusion. He narrated, "Whenever I used to call a producer, they would think that I'm Firoz Khan. When I clarified and told them who I am, they asked me to call later. I felt insulted. So, Chopra ji and Dr. Raza suggested that I should keep Arjun as my new name. The name and character gave me everything that I ever dreamed of. Also, my mother began to address me as Arjun eventually."

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