8 superhit films rejected by Ameesha Patel
Arpita Sarkar
Ameesha Patel rejected films
Ameesha Patel, who has done several hit movies in her remarkable career, has turned down several superhit movies including some blockbusters. Take a look!
Lagaan (YouTube)
Ameesha Patel was offered the female lead before Gracy Singh. However, due to a last minute change, Patel turned down the movie. It stars Aamir Khan in the lead role.
Yaadein (ZEE5)
Ameesha Patel was originally considered for the role of the female lead in the 2001 film Yaadein, but she was unavailable. Kareena Kapoor was cast in her place.
Chalte Chalte (Netflix)
In an earlier interview, Ameesha revealed that not Rani Mukerji but she was offered the film first. However, she had to reject it due to prior commitments.
Munna Bhai M.B.B.S (Prime Video)
Ameesha Patel turned down the role of Dr. Suman Asthana in Munna Bhai MBBS due to scheduling conflicts. The role eventually went to Gracy Singh.
Tere Naam (ZEE5)
Not Bhumika Chawla, but Ameesha was first considered for the Salman Khan's blockbuster. But she had to reject it due to prior commitments.
Chameli (SonyLIV)
Ameesha Patel rejected the role of "Chameli" in the film of the same name reportedly because she felt the character of a prostitute did not align with her image. The role later went to Kareena Kapoor.
Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai (Prime Video)
As per reports, Ameesha Patel rejected the film due to personal reasons. The film stars Uday Chopra, Jimmy Shergill, and Tulip Joshi.
Singh Saab The Great (Prime Video)
Ameesha was supposed to share screen space with her Gadar co-star, Sunny Deol. But she reportedly walked out from the project.