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3 Idiots, Tamasha, 2 States: Movies rejected by Anushka Sharma

etimes.in | Last updated on - Feb 9, 2024, 21:59 IST
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3 Idiots, Tamasha, 2 States: Movies rejected by Anushka Sharma

Anushka Sharma, who made her big Bollywood debut with Aditya Chopra's 'Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi', opposite Shah Rukh Khan, has successfully created a niche for herself in the industry over the years. While she has films like, 'Band Baaja Baaraat', 'Sanju', 'NH10', 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil' and others to her credit, she also has her fair share of films she rejected. Take a look...

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Tamasha

Imtiaz Ali initially approached Anushka Sharma for the role of Tara in the film, but reportedly, the actress wasn't satisfied with it and declined the offer. Subsequently, Deepika Padukone portrayed the character alongside Ranbir Kapoor in the film. The film received love from both the audience and the critics alike.

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Ki & Ka

Allegedly, the film was initially offered to Anushka, but she declined the role, leading it to be taken up by Kareena Kapoor Khan, who portrayed the character of Kia Sahni, with Arjun Kapoor playing Kabir Bansal. The movie received praise from netizens and was also successful at the box office.

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Baar Baar Dekho

Reportedly, Farhan Akhtar, the producer of the movie, had initially approached Anushka Sharma to play the main character. However, she declined the offer and couldn't come on board for the role. Subsequently, the role was offered to Katrina Kaif. The film also starred Sidharth Malhotra in the lead role. The film received mixed reviews.

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3 Idiots

3 Idiots is considered one of Bollywood's most iconic films, directed by Rajkumar Hirani and loosely adapted from Chetan Bhagat’s novel 'Five Point Someone.' Reportedly, Anushka Sharma auditioned for a role in the film, but Hirani ultimately chose Kareena Kapoor Khan for the part. The movie featured Aamir Khan, R Madhavan, and Sharman Joshi in the lead roles.

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2 States

The film is an adaptation of Chetan Bhagat’s 2009 novel '2 States: The Story of My Marriage.' Anushka Sharma was reportedly approached to play the lead role in the movie. However, she declined the offer, allegedly citing the script's lack of grip. Subsequently, Alia Bhatt was cast in the film alongside Arjun Kapoor.

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