Aishwarya Rai, despite her success, faced a setback when she was unexpectedly dropped from several films with Shah Rukh Khan, including ‘Chalte Chalte’ and ‘Veer-Zaara’. This sudden removal left her hurt and confused, as she had no clear explanation for the decision. The experience made her aware of the industry’s unpredictable nature, but she persevered and continued her successful career.