7 superhit films rejected by Rani Mukerji

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Rani Mukerji's upcoming film

After the success of Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway, Rani Mukerji is set to return as Shivani Shivaji Roy in Mardaani 3 next year in 2025. Check out the acclaimed films that she rejected.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa

Rani Mukerji was the first choice of director Priyadarshan. However, Rani rejected the film with unknown reason, and later Vidya Balan played the role of Avni in the Akshay Kumar-starrer.

Lagaan

Due to shooting date issues, Rani Mukerji had to reject the critically acclaimed film. Later Gracy Singh got roped in to play the role of Gauri in this Aamir Khan-starrer sports-musical drama.

Dil Se...

Before Manisha Koirala and Preity Zinta, this film was approached to Kajol and Rani Mukerji. However, both rejected the film, despite having a good friendship with Shah Rukh Khan.

Munna Bhai MBBS

Although Rani Mukerji wanted to work in this film, due to date issues, she had to reject the Sanjay Dutt-starrer. Later, once again Gracy Singh replaced Mukerji in this Rajkumar Hirani film.

Hey Babyy

Once again Vidya Balan replaced Rani Mukerji in this Akshay Kumar-starrer. The reason is still unknown why Rani rejected the Sajid Khan film. However, Vidya garnered much appreciation.

Waqt: The Race Against Time

Another film rejected by Rani Mukerji due to unknown reason. Later Priyanka Chopra replaced Rani for the lead female role in this Akshay Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan starrer.

The Namesake

This Irrfan Khan-starrer film was first offered to Rani Mukerji for the role of Ashima Ganguli. However, Rani Mukerji rejected the film, and later Tabu got the chance to replace her.