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Deepak Tijori Reveals He Was Cast After Milind Soman Was Fired From ‘Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar’
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 07 Aug 2026, 04:45 AM
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Actor Deepak Tijori says he joined the 1992 film ‘Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar’ after Milind Soman was removed from the project when it was 75% complete.
In a recent interview with The Indian Express, veteran actor Deepak Tijori disclosed that he was brought on board for the 1992 sports drama ‘Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar’ after the original lead, Milind Soman, was dismissed from the set. The film, which was already 75% finished, required a quick replacement to keep the production schedule on track.
Tijori explained that the decision to drop Soman was made by the director and producers, who felt the actor did not fit the envisioned character. With the shoot already well underway, Tijori stepped into the role and helped complete the remaining scenes.
The incident, which occurred behind the scenes, has rarely been discussed publicly. Tijori’s account sheds light on the challenges of film production when unforeseen changes arise, especially at a stage where most of the footage has already been captured.
‘Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar’ went on to become a cult classic, featuring Aamir Khan and Juhi Chawla. Tijori’s involvement, though brief, contributed to the film’s final polish and commercial success.
The actor’s revelation offers a rare glimpse into the film’s production history and the swift adjustments that keep Bollywood projects moving forward.
Tijori explained that the decision to drop Soman was made by the director and producers, who felt the actor did not fit the envisioned character. With the shoot already well underway, Tijori stepped into the role and helped complete the remaining scenes.
The incident, which occurred behind the scenes, has rarely been discussed publicly. Tijori’s account sheds light on the challenges of film production when unforeseen changes arise, especially at a stage where most of the footage has already been captured.
‘Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar’ went on to become a cult classic, featuring Aamir Khan and Juhi Chawla. Tijori’s involvement, though brief, contributed to the film’s final polish and commercial success.
The actor’s revelation offers a rare glimpse into the film’s production history and the swift adjustments that keep Bollywood projects moving forward.