Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Devdas,’ based on Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay’s novel, marked a milestone in Indian cinema and Shah Rukh Khan’s career. Despite initial reluctance, Khan was convinced by Bhansali, who believed Khan’s eyes were ideal for the role. Khan later aimed to portray Devdas as a flawed character, not someone to be admired.