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Ileana D'Cruz is a popular actress who mainly works in the Telugu and Hindi cinema. However, she rejected many blockbusters, including two with Salman. Take a look:
Ileana was first offered the female lead opposite Salman Khan but after she rejected this blockbuster, it went to Ayesha Takia and catapulted her to fame.
This action comedy was initially offered to Ileana. But she turned down this great opportunity. Later, Jacqueline Fernandez starred opposite Salman Khan.
Neeraj Pandey’s blockbuster period heist film is among Ileana’s missed opportunities. After she rejected the role, it was offered to Kajal Aggarwal.
This sports biopic on hockey player Sandeep Singh was initially offered to Ileana but she rejected it. Later, Taapsee Pannu was roped in opposite Diljit Dosanjh.
After Ileana made her Bollywood debut with the critically acclaimed Barfi, she lost many big South offers due to some misconception that she might not return to the regional cinema.