Sunny Deol Opens Up About Shah Rukh Khan, Revisits Their Darr Equation and the Infamous Jeans Incident
Sunny Deol has once again opened up about his equation with Shah Rukh Khan and the events surrounding their 1993 film Darr. Reflecting on their relationship decades after the Yash Chopra directorial, the veteran actor said that insecurity can sometimes affect relationships and create an uncomfortable atmosphere on film sets.
The two actors worked together in Darr, with Sunny Deol playing the protagonist while Shah Rukh Khan portrayed Rahul, an obsessive lover. SRK's performance became one of the major talking points of the film and helped establish him as a leading star.
Sunny Deol Talks About His Equation With Shah Rukh Khan
During his appearance on Shubhankar Mishra's podcast, Sunny Deol was asked about his current relationship with Shah Rukh Khan. Rather than describing the superstar as a close friend, Deol referred to him as a colleague, explaining that relationships within the film industry are often better understood in professional terms.
The actor also reflected on the differences that existed between them when they were younger. According to Sunny, such situations can happen between two people, but he maintained that he has never considered himself an insecure person.
He also spoke about how insecurity among actors can sometimes impact the atmosphere on a film set, leading to situations that could otherwise have been avoided.
The Infamous Jeans-Ripping Incident From Darr
One of the most talked-about stories from the making of Darr has been Sunny Deol's infamous jeans-ripping incident.
The actor clarified that he did not rip his jeans because he was angry with Shah Rukh Khan. Instead, he said he was furious with himself at the time.
Sunny had reportedly disagreed with aspects of how the film's characters were being presented, particularly the attention received by Shah Rukh Khan's antagonist. Looking back, Deol suggested that situations and emotions can become heightened when actors are young and working in a competitive environment.
Sunny Deol Had Issues With the Villain Being Glorified
Sunny Deol has previously spoken about his concerns regarding Darr. While audiences embraced both actors, he admitted that his issue was that he hadn't expected the villain to receive such strong glorification.
Shah Rukh Khan's portrayal of Rahul ultimately became one of the most memorable aspects of the film, while Sunny remained the central protagonist. The contrasting performances contributed significantly to the film's lasting popularity.
The reported tension between the two actors continued for some time after Darr, although their equation eventually became more cordial over the years. Their public interactions following the success of Gadar 2 also suggested that the old differences had eased considerably.
Sunny Deol on Shah Rukh Khan: 'He Wasn't My Enemy Either'
When asked whether he considers Shah Rukh Khan a friend today, Sunny Deol offered a straightforward response, saying that SRK was never his enemy either.
For Deol, people working in the film industry are primarily colleagues, rather than necessarily friends. His comments offer a more nuanced perspective on one of Bollywood's most discussed actor equations of the 1990s.
Sunny Deol is currently receiving attention for his latest release Batwara 1947, which also stars Shabana Azmi, Preity Zinta, Ali Fazal and Karan Deol.
With his latest comments, the actor has once again shed light on the circumstances surrounding Darr while making it clear that the relationship between him and Shah Rukh Khan has evolved considerably over the years.
