Bollywood actresses who passed on legendary film roles
Jan 2, 2025
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Ishita SharmaKareena Kapoor - Ram-Leela
Kareena passed on Leela’s role, enabling Deepika Padukone to mesmerize audiences in this fiery love story by Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
Anushka Sharma - Tamasha
Anushka opted out of Tara's role in this Imtiaz Ali film, a part that later showcased Deepika Padukone's emotional depth.
Sonam Kapoor - Om Shanti Om
Sonam declined Shanti’s role, allowing Deepika Padukone to make a smashing debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan in this blockbuster.
Preity Zinta - Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein
Preity turned down Reena’s role in this cult romantic drama, with Dia Mirza later winning hearts in her Bollywood debut.
Priyanka Chopra - Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
Priyanka skipped Kareena’s glamorous role as Poo, which became iconic and left a lasting impression on Bollywood fans.
Rani Mukerji - Dil Chahta Hai
Rani declined Shalini's role in this trendsetting film, which then went to Preity Zinta, adding charm to the coming-of-age narrative.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan - Bajirao Mastani
Aishwarya passed on Mastani's role, paving the way for Deepika Padukone to shine in this grand Sanjay Leela Bhansali masterpiece.
Twinkle Khanna - Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
Twinkle Khanna turned down Tina's role in this iconic film, which later became one of Rani Mukerji's career-defining performances.
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