deepika padukone rejected salman khan films

7 blockbusters Deepika shouldn't have rejected

Arshi Khanam

Deepika Padukone

Deepika's missed hits

Bollywood's talented actress Deepika Padukone is known for her notable roles and beauty. However, she lost blockbuster films to other actresses. Take a look:

Gangubai Kathiawadi

Gangubai Kathiawadi (Netflix)

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's critically acclaimed blockbuster film was first offered to Deepika Padukone. However, she lost it to Alia Bhatt.

jab tak hai jan

Jab Tak Hai Jaan (Prime Video)

Before Katrina Kaif, the role of Meera was offered to Deepika Padukone. The star-studded ensemble cast also featured Shah Rukh Khan and Anushka Sharma.

Sultan (Prime Video)

Not Anushka Sharma but Deepika Padukone was the initial choice to play Salman Khan's wife in this sports drama film.

Dhoom 3 (Prime Video)

The role of Aaliya in the third installment of the Dhoom franchise was offered to Deepika. However, she passed the opportunity and later Katrina took the role.

Rockstar (ZEE5)

Imtiaz Ali's cult classic romantic drama film was initially offered to Deepika opposite Ranbir Kapoor. Later, Nargis Fakhri took the lead.

Prem Ratan Dhan Payo (ZEE5)

Salman Khan's romance and family drama film was reportedly rejected by Deepika Padukone. She was replaced by Sonam Kapoor in this hit film. 

Dil Dhadakne Do (Netflix)

Zoya Akhtar's family drama film was reportedly turned down by Deepika. The star-studded ensemble cast featured Ranveer Singh, Priyanka Chopra, Anushka Sharma, Anil Kapoor and others.