8 films rejected by Sridevi

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Darr

Sridevi was actually the first choice for the role of Kiran Awasthi in this Shah Rukh Khan film. Upon her rejection, the role went to Juhi Chawla who stunned us all! 

Mohabbatein 

Yash Chopra initially wanted the actress to play Amitabh Bachchan’s love interest in film Mohabbatein. Upon her rejection, the role was eventually scrapped off. The film did well!

Baghban

Baghban was also offered to the star for the role of Pooja Malhotra. She turned down the offer and Hema Malini joined the team along with Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan and more 

Dil To Pagal Hai

Did you know before Madhuri Dixit, it was Sridevi who was approached for the role of Pooja in Dil To Pagal Hai? She rejected the role and Madhuri came in. A missed opportunity! 

Baazigar

The director wanted to cast the actress for a double role in film Baazigar. However it was then thought audience might not sympathise with SRK’s role so the entire plan was changed for the film

Baahubali

Reportedly, the actress was also approached for the role of Sivagami Devi in SS Rajamouli directed Baahubali. Guess it was meant to be for Ramya Krishnan to ace the role!

Beta

The role of Saraswati in this Indra Kumar directed film was first given to Sridevi. The actress rejected due to similar roles she’s done and it was successfully played by Madhuri

Mohra

Mohra was initially supposed to star Sridevi along with other lead actors, however the actress refused the film. The role was then played by Raveena Tandon