Guess Who Was First Considered For That Big Role In Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava? Hint: A Veteran Who’s Everyone’s Favorite Uncle!

Namaste, Bollywood lovers! This is your favorite Bollywood snoop, Khabree Kiran, here to sprinkle some masala and spill the chai on the latest happenings in B-town. So, grab your chai and samosa, as we dive into the world of glitz and glamour! 😎

So, imagine my surprise when the Bollywood grapevine buzzed with news about Chhaava, the much-anticipated film starring the ever-so-dashing Vicky Kaushal as the fearless Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. This movie promises to be a full-on dhamaka with Rashmika Mandanna as Maharani Yesubai and Ashutosh Rana taking on the role of Sarsenapati Hambirao Mohite. And hold your horses, because Akshaye Khanna is all set to portray the notorious Aurangzeb. Wah bhai wah, kya cast hai! 🎬

But wait for it—before Akshaye Khanna donned the royal robes, the role of Aurangzeb was initially offered to none other than Mr. Jhakaas himself, Anil Kapoor! Yep, the ageless wonder who can play anything from a tapori to a sophisticated tycoon was in talks to play the Mughal emperor. Can you imagine Anil Kapoor locking horns with Vicky Kaushal? Talk about fireworks! 🎇

Anil Kapoor’s Almost Moment in 2023

According to some khaas sources, Anil Kapoor was approached for the role of Aurangzeb back in October 2023. Rumor had it that if everything went according to plan, we could’ve witnessed a grand showdown between Kapoor and Kaushal. Ab kya karein, destiny had other plans! 🤷‍♀️

Why did this epic casting not happen, you ask? Well, Anil Kapoor was neck-deep in other high-profile ventures, like preparing for his role in Fighter with Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone. Whether it was the script that didn’t appeal to him, or Akshaye Khanna seemed like a better fit, remains a mystery. Bollywood and its secrets, I tell you! 🤐

Fast forward to today, Anil Kapoor has graced screens with Animal, Fighter, and Savi, and is gearing up for War 2 and Alpha. On the flip side, Akshaye Khanna, focusing solely on Chhaava and Dhurandhar, had the bandwidth to immerse himself in this period drama completely. Directed by Laxman Utekar, Chhaava is all set to hit theaters on February 14, 2025. Mark your calendars, folks! 📅

Kiran’s Gyan:

In the filmi duniya, roles are like musical chairs—jab tak music bajta rahe, keep dancing! And remember, in Bollywood, patience is not just a virtue; it’s a career strategy. 😉

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