7 blockbusters rejected by Mohanlal 

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Mohanlal’s missed hits  

South superstar Mohanlal has a magnificent career with many blockbusters. However, there are several films that the actor missed but they turned out to be super hits.   

Oru CBI Diary Kurippu  

Mohanlal rejected the lead role of Sethurama Iyer that later went to Mammootty and became one of the most prominent characters of his career.

Alaipayuthey  

Mohanlal was initially offered the role which was played by Aravind Swamy in this musical romance, but he turned it down due to some unknown reasons. 

Sivaji: The Boss  

This gripping action-thriller became a blockbuster and a career-defining performance for Rajinikanth. Mohanlal was offered the main villain role, but it later went to Suman. 

Baahubali 

According to some reports, it is said that Mohanlal was in talks for the role of Kattappa, but due to work commitments, he rejected it. The role was later done by Sathyaraj.

Randam Bhavam 

This Malayalam crime drama film was initially offered to Mohanlal but after he turned it down, it was led by Suresh Gopi, who essayed a dual role in the movie.  

Vasthavam   

M. Padmakumar’s political thriller was turned down by Mohanlal for some personal reasons. The role was later essayed by Prithviraj. 

Runaway

Mohanlal also reportedly rejected a pivotal role in this Malayalam gangster film. It was later played by Dileep.