6 blockbuster films rejected by Nayanthara

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Nayanthara’s missed opportunities

Nayanthara is among the highest-paid actresses in the South cinema. Her charming personality and fine acting made her a superstar. Here are some blockbuster films she rejected:

Chennai Express (YouTube)

Before Nayanthara made her Bollywood debut with Shah Rukh Khan in Jawan, she was offered the popular song ‘1 2 3 4 Get on the Dance Floor’. But eventually, Priyamani featured in it alongside SRK

Paiyaa (Aha)

N. Lingusamy’s first choice for the heroine opposite Karthi was Nayanthara. However, due to some remuneration conflicts, she turned down the role and it went to Tamannaah Bhatia

Oru Kal Oru Kannadi (Sun NXT)

Nayanthara was offered the lead role opposite Udhayanidhi Stalin in his debut romantic comedy film. However, it later went to Hansika Motwani and it ended up becoming a blockbuster

Singam 2 (Sun NXT)

Director Hari’s superhit action film, starring Suriya in the titular role, approached Nayanthara for an item song. However, it was later passed to Anjali

The Legend (YouTube)

The makers first offered the leading lady role to Nayanthara for their sci-fi action film. However, she rejected the role, and it went to Urvashi Rautela opposite Arul "Legend" Saravanan

Thiruchitrambalam (Prime Video)

Mithran R. Jawahar’s superhit romantic dramedy features Dhanush. Nayanthara was also approached for the lead role but after her rejection, Nithya Menon was roped in for the same