Rani Mukherjee is a powerhouse of talent and has given several memorable performances in her career.
However, there have been some films rejected by Rani Mukerji that turned out to be hit. As the actress turns 43, let’s look at the 6 Films Rejected by Rani Mukerji.
1- Lagaan
Rani Mukerji was offered the role in ‘Lagaan’ opposite Aamir Khan but the actress rejected the role. After the actress rejected the role, the makers decided to give the role to Gracy Singh.
2- Heyy Babyy
Rani Mukerji was the first choice for Vidya Balan’s role in ‘Heyy Babyy’ but the actress rejected this role as well due to her personal reasons. Vidya Balan was then finalized for the role and we loved her in the film.
3-Bhool Bhulaiyaa
Vidya Balan‘s performance in Bhool Bhulaiyaa was iconic and you would be surprised to know that her role was initially offered to Rani Mukerji. Rani rejected this role as well. However, Vidya’s performance was simply brilliant in the movie.
4- The Namesake
Rani was offered Tabu’s role in ‘The Namesake‘. Rani was shooting for ‘Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna’ and had to say no to this movie as she did not have the dates for Mira Nair’s ‘Namesake’.
5- Mangal Pandey: The Rising
Rani was offered the role that we saw Ameesha Patel play on the big screen in Mangal Pandey but Rani had to turn down the offer as she was busy shooting for ‘Courtesan’.
6- Waqt: Race Against Time
Rani Mukerji was offered the role of Priyanka Chopra in Waqt: The Race Against Time. However, Rani rejected this offer as well and we keep wondering how would it be to see her in the infamous ‘Holi’ song from this movie.