Hrithik Roshan to Salman Khan: Bollywood actors who are second choices

As Hrithik Roshan gears up to play the lead in Ashutosh Gowariker’s next, based on the Indus Valley civilisation (in a film called Mohenjo-Daro), not many know that Sushant Singh Rajput had been in talks for the same role. 

But even as Hrithik takes over from Sushant, the latter, coincidentally, is set to star in Shekhar Kapur’s next – Paani – a futuristic project set in Mumbai – which was earlier supposed to feature Hrithik in the lead. 

"Originally, Gowariker had offered the film to Hrithik. In between, when it seemed like the actor wouldn’t be able to take it up, he was in talks with Sushant," says an insider. 

On being contacted, Gowariker says, "Hrithik has always been the first choice. Clearly, Mohenjo Daro was destined to be made with him, as three years later, we are ready to begin shoot." 

Meanwhile, Sushant says (via a text response), "All I know is that I’m a part of Paani next, and wouldn’t like to comment on any other project." 

However, this isn’t the only coincidence. Ranveer Singh and Ranbir Kapoor were in a similar situation last year. Ranveer was the first choice for Anurag Kashyap’s  Bombay Velvet; when he couldn’t take it up (due to date issues), Ranbir was signed. Again, after Ranbir opted out of Zoya Akhtar’s Dil Dhadakne Do, Ranveer replaced him. 

Ranveer, on being contacted, says, "After the film is made, no one cares who it was offered to [first]. Such things become irrelevant very fast. For me, it has absolutely no significance. It didn’t matter to me what the history of the casting was."Did you know.

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Aamir Khan turned down Darr (1993), which was later done by Shah Rukh Khan. Years later, SRK said no to Lagaan (2001) and 3 Idiots (2009), which were taken up by Aamir.

Salman Khan was offered Baazigar (1993) and later Chak De! India (2007). Both were taken up by Shah Rukh Khan. 

Later, Shah Rukh Khan was offered Ek Tha Tiger (2012), which eventually starred Salman. 

Rumours suggest that Katrina Kaif turned down Chennai Express (2013) and Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013), both of which went to Deepika Padukone. 

Again, Deepika Padukone was apparently the first choice for Jab Tak Hai Jaan (2012) and Dhoom:3 (2013), which eventually featured Katrina.

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Anushka Sharma is one of the best young actors in India: Ranveer Singh

Actor Ranveer Singh, who will beseen along side Anushka Sharma in upcoming film Dil Dhadakne Do, says he shares a special bond with the actress and is looking forward to work with her. 

Ranveer Singh, 28, and Anushka first appeared together in Band Baaja Baarat, which turned out to be a successful film. They were later seen together in Ladies vs Ricky Bahl. 

Now, director Zoya Akhtar has managed to cast Ranveer and Anushka in Dil Dhadakne Do. "Yes... we are in touch with each other. We share a very healthy and professional relationship. I believe Anushka is one of the best young actors in our country. She is incredibly talented and we work well together. I share special chemistry with her. I am excited to work with her again as it has been a long gap since we worked together," Ranveer said. 

Dil Dhadakne Do will see Ranveer and Anushka as a couple, while Ranveer and Priyanka Chopra will play siblings. It also features Farhan Akhtar, Anil Kapoor and Shefali Shah. 

Apparently, the film revolves around a Punjabi family on a cruise trip. It is produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar's Excel Entertainment and scheduled to release next year in June. 

"I was waiting for the next opportunity where I will get to work with her (Anushka) again as we worked well together in our previous films. She hasn't been part of prep process as she got back from shooting of NH 10," Ranveer said. 

Anushka is turning producer with NH 10, an upcoming thriller film directed by Navdeep Singh of Manorama Six Feet Under fame. The film is co-produced by Phantom Films and is scheduled to release in September this year. 

"I am very proud of the fact that she is the youngest producer in Hindi film industry. I know little about 'NH 10', I know it is going to be a fantastic film," Ranveer said. 

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Deepika ready to turn assistant director for Zoya Akhtar's next

The reigning queen of Bollywood Deepika Padukone is planning to take on a new role now. We are not talking about an upcoming acting project, but that of an assistant director. Deepika has expressed her wish to come on board for Zoya Akhtar's next as an assistant director.

Deepika is intending to take upon the role of an assistant director quite late in her career, as most actors try their hands on the same before they begin their journey as an actor.

However, Deepika is apparently so impressed with the script of Zoya Akhtar's 'Dil Dhadakne Do' that she says she wants to be a part of it in any capacity, even in a non-acting role.

Deepika was quoted saying, "I love the script so much that I am ready to work in any capacity on the film, including an assistant director (AD). But I don't know if I can manage that (working as an AD)."

When asked if Deepika has expressed her desire to Zoya, she said, "Not really...I've met her, but not talked about it (getting associated with the film)."

Deepika's alleged boyfriend Ranveer Singh plays the main lead in the film.

Zoya's directorial venture will also have Priyanka Chopra, Anushka Sharma and Farhan Akhtar. There is buzz that Ranveer and Priyanka will play siblings, with Anushka and Farhan opposite them.

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