India, Nov. 29 -- Actor Shah Rukh Khan has collaborated with nearly every heavyweight filmmaker in Bollywood yet one notable name remains missing from the list, i.e. Ram Gopal Varma. The filmmaker behind cult classics like Satya (1998) and Rangeela (1995) has now revealed why a collaboration with the King Khan never materialised.

Speaking on a podcast with Radio Nasha, Ram explained, "We had many meetings, but I always felt Shah Rukh is like a live wire bursting with energy. My filmmaking style is composed and intense. Restricting Shah Rukh to that space felt unfair to him and to the fans who come expecting his trademark charm and charisma. At one point, I approached him for Company. But Mallik's character needed to be very laid-back and...