Katrina Kaif’s latest film, Tiger 3, is in the theatres.
Katrina Kaif was initially considered for the role of Naina in Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani.
Katrina Kaif entered Bollywood in 2003 with the forgettable film Boom. Despite the initial setback, she gradually established herself through strategic film choices and commendable performances. Her filmography includes high-profile projects such as Jab Tak Hai Jaan, Sooryavanshi, and the Tiger franchise. Interestingly, she turned down several movies in the past, unaware that they would later achieve massive success at the box office.
Chennai Express
Following her on-screen chemistry with Shah Rukh Khan in Yash Chopra’s Jab Tak Hai Jaan, Katrina Kaif was initially considered for the role of Meenalochani Azhagusundaram in Rohit Shetty’s Chennai Express. However, she declined the offer reportedly due to discomfort with the role. The part eventually went to Deepika Padukone, contributing to the film’s immense success in 2013. Interestingly, Katrina later collaborated with Rohit Shetty in ‘Sooryavanshi,’ alongside Akshay Kumar.
Barfi!
It’s a lesser-known fact that Anurag Basu initially approached Katrina Kaif, not Ileana D’Cruz, for the film Barfi! opposite Ranbir Kapoor. However, Katrina declined the offer for reasons known only to her. The movie, eventually featuring Priyanka Chopra in the lead, garnered widespread acclaim from both audiences and critics. Notably, it became India’s official entry for the 85th Academy Awards in the Best Foreign Language Film category.
Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani
Indeed, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani is such a loved Bollywood film, celebrated for the enchanting chemistry between Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone. Interestingly, Katrina Kaif was initially considered for the role of Naina, but due to prior commitments, she passed on the opportunity. Despite this, the film went on to achieve record-breaking box office collections, becoming a fan favourite.
Gunday
Following their collaboration in Mere Brother Ki Dulhan in 2011, filmmaker Ali Abbas Zafar aimed to reunite with Katrina Kaif for Gunday. However, due to her busy schedule, Katrina declined the offer for the role of Inspector Nandita Sengupta. The part eventually went to Priyanka Chopra, and alongside Ranveer Singh and Arjun Kapoor, the film garnered positive reviews from various quarters.
Bajirao Mastani
In Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Bajirao Mastani, Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, and Priyanka Chopra delivered exceptional performances. Interestingly, Katrina Kaif was initially approached for the role of Mastani opposite Ranveer, but she declined for reasons known only to her. Bhansali reportedly considered Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Rani Mukerji as well. Despite the casting changes, the film became one of the most beloved releases of the year.