8 popular films rejected by Katrina Kaif

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Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani

Katrina Kaif was reportedly the first choice for the role of Naina in this beautiful film. Upon her rejection, the role went to Deepika Padukone who stunned us all!

Chennai Express

Again, Deepika's role as Meenamma in the film Chennai Express was first offered to the actress. However, she declined but nevertheless, the film became a great hit!

Barfi!

Not many might know this but the role of Shruti played by Ileana D’Cruz was also offered to the actress by director Anurag Basu. She turned down the offer and Ileana joined the team

Gunday

Did you know before Priyanka Chopra, it was Katrina who was approached for the role of Inspector Nandita Sengupta? She rejected the role and Priyanka came in opposite Ranveer Singh and Arjun Kapoor

Bajirao Mastani

Sanjay Leela Bhansali wanted to cast the actress for the role of Mastani in this historical epic. However due to her own reasons, the actress rejected the film and the ro le went to Deepika

Ram Leela

Reportedly, the actress was also approached for the lead role in the film Ram Leela. Guess it was meant to be for Ranveer and Deepika to be together on-screen and off-screen!

Half Girlfriend

The role of Riya Somani in this much-loved film was first given to the actress. Upon her rejection, the role was successfully played by Shraddha Kapoor opposite Arjun in film

Bade Miyan Chote Miyan

This film was initially supposed to star Katrina as well. The director revealed she couldn’t do it due to her busy schedule. The film then starred Manushi Chhillar, Alaya F and others

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