6 popular films rejected by Shruti Haasan

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Shruti’s missed opportunities  

Shruti Haasan is a renowned face of Tamil and Telugu cinema, she has also worked in Hindi films. Here are some popular films, including blockbusters that she rejected in her career:

Jersey (Prime Video)

This 2019 sports drama film initially approached Shruti Haasan opposite Nani. But she turned down this critically acclaimed movie. It was later offered to Shraddha Srinath

Business Man (ZEE5)

Puri Jagannadh’s blockbuster actioner is among the big offers rejected by Shruti. Later, the makers roped Kajal Aggarwal opposite South star Mahesh Babu

DJ: Duvvada Jagannadham (ZEE5)

Harish Shankar’s masala film is among Shruti's missed opportunities. The actress rejected the offer opposite Allu Arjun due to date issues, it later went to Pooja Hegde

Oopiri (Prime Video)

Starring Karthi and Nagarjuna in the lead, Shruti was initially approached for the female lead. However, she turned down the offer due to date clashes and it was bagged by Tamannaah

Amar Akbar Anthony (Prime)

Shruti Haasan was the first choice for the filmmakers, but after her rejection, Ileana D Cruz was approached opposite Ravi Teja

Hera Pheri 3 (unreleased)

The third installment of the classic comedy franchise Hera Pheri is currently in the making. According to some reports, Shruti Haasan was approached for a lead role, but she rejected it