Rajesh Khanna: The Untold Truth Behind His Downfall | Amitabh Bachchan, Salim Javed

In the early 1970s, Rajesh Khanna wasn’t just a star—he was a phenomenon. With back-to-back hits like Aradhana, Anand, and Kati Patang, he became India’s first true “Superstar,” enjoying unmatched fan hysteria and box office dominance. But within a few years, everything changed. In this video, we explore the real reasons behind his decline—was it changing audience tastes, the rise of actors like Amitabh Bachchan, script choices, or something more personal? From industry politics to ego clashes and the shift from romantic heroes to the “angry young man” era, this is the story of how superstardom slipped away. This is not just a story about failure—it’s about how Bollywood itself was changing.