Shah Rukh Khan has delivered some iconic movies in Bollywood like Jawan, Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jaaege, Pathan, Chennai Express and many more. However, some of his masterpieces underperformed at the time of their release, but they hold great potential. Let’s look at some of King Khan’s most underrated movies of all time.
Ra.One
The plot focuses on a father who creates a video game villain (RA-ONE), making it impossible to beat. Later, the villain came out of the game in our world and wanted to take revenge against the one who did the impossible and beat him. Shah Rukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor and Arjun Rampal starrer sci-fi was a commercial flop back in 2010. However, this movie was way ahead of its time. From a threatening AI to protagonist G-ONE, everything was too good. It is King Khan`s most underrated film ever.
Swades
Shah Rukh Khan plays Mohan Bhargava, a successful and passionate NASA scientist who returns to his hometown and discovers roots while struggling to bring electricity to a village. The film beautifully unfolds his journey from ambition to awakening through patriotism. Also featuring Gayatri Joshi in the lead role, this movie didn’t perform according to its standards and is highly underrated.
Jab Harry Met Sejal
‘Jab Harry Met Sejal’ is all about a passionate guide and a woman who travel across Europe to find women’s lost rings. During the quest journey, they discover friendship, love, and a deeper meaning to life. Anushka Sharma stars alongside Shah Rukh Khan, but the film was declared a commercial flop. However, many fans found the plot seriously underappreciated.
Asoka
‘Asoka’ tells the story of a heroic prince who faced many battles to gain power, love and destiny. But after seeing the pain caused by war, his vision and mind change as he becomes a kind ruler who believes in peace. The underrated dramatic version of the life of Emperor Asoka stars Shah Rukh Khan in the titular role with Kareena Kapoor Khan and Rahul Dev.
Kabhi haan kabhi naa
King Khan’s ‘Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa’ is about a dreamer, who falls in love with his best friend but unfortunately finds it difficult to win her heart. It’s a beautiful yet emotional story of love, friendship, and lessons to accept destiny`s reality with a smile. Shah Rukh Khan stars alongside Suchitra Krishnamoorthy, but the movie underperformed at the box office. After many years of its release, the story still holds so much potential.
