Shramana Kar
Many Bollywood actresses have passed on roles that went on to become massive box office hits, starring other actresses instead. Let's check out those films here.
Deepika Padukone was the first choice by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, but she rejected it due to other commitments. The film eventually became a blockbuster for Alia Bhatt.
Before Kiara Advani, this biographical war drama was first offered to Alia Bhatt. However, due to busy schedule, the 31-year-old actress turned down the blockbuster film.
Kareena Kapoor Khan was initially offered this Sanjay Leela Bhansali film, but she rejected it due to feeling too young for the part. Later, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made it a huge hit.
Kangana Ranaut was initially offered the role of Sanjay Dutt's wife in his biopic, opposite Ranbir Kapoor. However, she declined the offer, and the role eventually went to Dia Mirza.
Priyanka Chopra was first offered this Salman Khan-starrer, but she rejected. She even suggested Parineeti Chopra for the part, but later, Anushka Sharma made it a blockbuster.
Anushka Sharma reportedly rejected this Aamir Khan-starrer due to lack of satisfaction with the script. Later, her role went to Kareena Kapoor Khan and became a superhit.
Filmmaker Priyadarshan's first choice was Rani Mukerji for this famous horror-comedy. But Rani rejected the film due to unknown reason. Eventually Vidya Balan replaced her.
Kajol reportedly rejected the Shah Rukh Khan-starrer because she felt the role of Nisha didn't suit her style and the film wasn't good enough. Karisma Kapoor replaced her.
Sonam Kapoor reportedly rejected the Sanjay Leela Bhansali film, which later went to Deepika Padukone. She allegedly wanted a more substantial role which suits her.
Katrina Kaif turned down the role of Naina in this film due to scheduling conflicts with Dhoom 3. The role eventually went to Deepika Padukone and became a blockbuster hit.