Aishwarya Rai was the initial choice for 'Parineeta', revealed Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Vidya Balan gave 75 auditions: 'The heroine had to be...'

Aishwarya Rai was the initial choice for 'Parineeta', revealed Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Vidya Balan gave 75 auditions: 'The heroine had to be...'

 07:06 31/08/2025

Vidya Balan's debut film 'Parineeta' recently marked 20 years, but Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was initially considered for the lead role. Producer Vidhu Vinod Chopra wanted a bigger star, but Vidya secured the part after 75 auditions. Music composer Shantanu Moitra recalls Vidya's perseverance, revealing she almost gave up before finally landing the role at a Bryan Adams concert.
Raima Sen reveals she had a crush on Sanjay Dutt, blushed in a scene with him in Parineeta: 'That came very naturally...'

Raima Sen reveals she had a crush on Sanjay Dutt, blushed in a scene with him in Parineeta: 'That came very naturally...'

 14:06 29/08/2025

Celebrating 20 years of Parineeta, Raima Sen reminisces about her role as Koel, highlighting her natural chemistry with Sanjay Dutt, which made portraying her character's crush effortless. She also speaks fondly of Vidya Balan's supportive nature during her Bollywood debut and their enduring friendship. Sen recalls Saif Ali Khan's humor, which made the filming experience enjoyable.
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