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Hrithik Roshan and Ameesha Patel starrer Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai turns 25 this year. However, the casting of the film remains an interesting topic. Did you know that Rakesh Roshan’s first choice was Kareena Kapoor, not Ameesha Patel? For several years, rumors have stated that Kareena Kapoor walked off the film due to differences between her mother, Babita Kapoor, and director, Rakesh Roshan.
In an interview with Bollywood Bubble, Ameesha Patel claimed that Kareena didn’t willingly leave but was asked to step down.“Actually, she (Kareena Kapoor) didn’t back out. From what Rakesh ji told me, he asked her to leave the film because they were having differences,” she said. However, in past interviews, Rakesh Roshan never made this claim, only Babita Kapoor’s ‘interference’ as the root cause.
Only three days after Kareena’s exit from the movie, the filmmaker cast Ameesha Patel as the female lead. Well, Rakesh Roshan’s decision proved rewarding. The chemistry between Sonia and Raj/Rohit was magical and undoubtedly the best to date. Hrithik’s iconic dance moves and Rakesh Roshan’s direction led to the ultimate success.
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