Must Read: From Akshay Kumar To Varun Dhawan; Actors Who Approached The Directors To Be CAST In Films!
Bollywood stands as a colossal film production industry globally, churning out a staggering number of releases annually. The phenomena of successful films often lead to the replication of winning actor-actress pairings or actors-directors collaborations in subsequent projects. These creative unions shift based on script requisites, occasionally prompting the inclusion of new talents.
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Directors predominantly lean towards casting their favored artists across multiple ventures, yet instances arise when they explore uncharted territory with new actors. In this industry, stars are frequently courted by producers, directors, and writers for fresh projects. However, rare instances stand out where actors themselves initiate contact with filmmakers to secure roles.
Akshay Kumar In ‘PadMan’
Akshay Kumar's involvement in ‘PadMan’, released this year, stands as an example. Based on Twinkle Khanna's book "The Legend of Lakshmi Prasad" and inspired by Arunachalam Muruganantham's life, the film received contributions from Twinkle Khanna as a producer. Initially intending for a modest budget production, she acquiesced to Akshay Kumar's persistent enthusiasm for the project, resulting in its realization.
Sara Ali Khan In ‘Simmba’
Sara Ali Khan's path to the role in ‘Simmba’, announced by Rohit Shetty with Ranveer Singh, is noteworthy. Amidst speculation regarding the female lead, Sara Ali Khan emerged as the choice. Rohit Shetty revealed in an interview, "She literally cooked my brain by messaging me so many times. Sara happened because of Gattu (Abhishek Kapoor) because he also called me and asked me to cast Sara! He took the initiative and told me to watch some footage of 'Kedarnath' that they had already shot. Then I saw it and called her."
Vineet Kumar Singh In ‘Mukkabaaz’
Vineet Kumar Singh embarked on a distinct journey, temporarily stepping away from cinema to pen the script for ‘Mukkabaaz’. His endeavor led him to approach Anurag Kashyap to direct the film. Kashyap agreed under the condition that Vineet undergo real boxing training and incorporate a few script adjustments.
Varun Dhawan In ‘October’
Varun Dhawan, acclaimed for his portrayal of Dan in ‘October’, invoked significant praise for his performance. Labeled by some as his finest work to date, Varun's interest in the film's narrative led him to implore director Shoojit Sircar to cast him in the role.
In this dynamic landscape, the Bollywood industry continually evolves through collaborations, passionate pursuits, and unexpected initiatives taken by both actors and filmmakers.
