Arpita Sarkar
One of the most beloved veteran actress, Waheeda Rehman has done several super hit films in her career. However, she has also rejected quite a few films. Let's have a look!
Waheeda Rehman was originally cast as Amitabh Bachchan's mother in the 2001 film. However, she had to reject the film due to her husband's death.
Waheeda Rehman was offered the role of Rehana Sultana's Seema. However, she rejected the role for unknown reasons.
Waheeda Rehman was approached for the titular role but she rejected it. Later, Shabana Azmi played the role in the film.
Waheeda Rehman was supposed to play the role of Chanda. But she turned down the offer and Shabana Azmi played it.
Waheeda Rehman was offered the role of Rukmini Bai But she turned down the offer and Shabana Azmi played it.
Waheeda initially rejected the movie but the film's producers including Dev Anand were adamant about casting her and eventually she agreed to star.
Waheeda Rehman made her acting debut in the 1955 with Telugu film Rojulu Marayi. She also appeared in the same year's Telugu film Jayasimha.
She has done several popular films such as Chaudhvin Ka Chand, Kaagaz Ke Phool, Pyaasa, Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam, and more.