6 popular films rejected by Anushka Shetty

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Anushka Shetty’s missed hits  

South actress Anushka Shetty has starred in several great films throughout her impressive career. However, she turned down some blockbuster films over the years. Take a look:  

Singham (Prime Video)  

The Hindi remake of Tamil’s popular cop thriller Singam, this Ajay Devgn-starrer was rejected by Anushka Shetty for some unknown reasons. Later, Kajal Aggarwal did the role. 

Ponniyin Selvan (Prime Video)

Mani Ratnam’s epic film offered a role to Anushka Shetty, but she turned down the movie. The ensemble cast includes Vikram, Karthi, Jayam Ravi, Aishwarya Rai, Trisha and others.  

Kochadaiiyaan (JioCinema)

Another missed opportunity is this period action film opposite superstar Rajinikanth. Anushka Shetty turned down the role. It later went to Deepika Padukone and marks her Tamil debut. 

Narappa (Prime Video)  

The Telugu version of the superhit Asuran offered a lead role to Anushka Shetty. But the actress passed down the opportunity due to her busy schedule and it was later offered to Priyamani.  

Tamasha (ZEE5)

By portraying the transformative power of cherished memories and the importance of embracing new adventures, the film encourages viewers to find solace and meaning in the

Golmaal Again (Prime Video)  

Anushka Shetty also reportedly turned down a role in Rohit Shetty's comedy franchise Golmaal. The star-studded ensemble features  Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Arshad Warsi, Parineeti Chopra, Tusshar Kapoor, and others