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Juhi Babbar Reveals Replacement in 'Pinjar'
Juhi Babbar, an actress, recently shared that she was initially chosen to play the main role in a movie called 'Pinjar'.
This movie is about the hard times Hindus and Muslims faced during a big historical event called the Partition of India.
However, the movie makers decided to replace her with another famous actress, Urmila Matondkar, because they wanted someone more well-known.
Juhi was offered a different role in the same movie, but she chose not to take it because her heart was set on the main role.
She also talked about other movies and plays she has been part of, including her latest film 'The Great Shamsuddin Family' and a play called 'Ek Lamha Zindagi'.
Juhi comes from a family of actors and has been involved in theatre since she was young.
Her father, Raj Babbar, initially did not want her to act but later supported her and even made a movie for her.
Juhi Babbar was initially cast as the lead in the 2003 film 'Pinjar' but was replaced by Urmila Matondkar.
The film, directed by Chandraprakash Dwivedi, is based on Amrita Pritam's novel and depicts struggles during the Partition of India.
Juhi declined the offer to play a different role in 'Pinjar' after being replaced, as she was emotionally invested in the lead role.
She has since acted in 'The Great Shamsuddin Family' and the play 'Ek Lamha Zindagi'.
Juhi's father, Raj Babbar, initially opposed her acting career but later supported her and made a film for her.
- Who
- Juhi Babbar, Urmila Matondkar, Chandraprakash Dwivedi, Sandali Sinha
- What
- Juhi Babbar was replaced by Urmila Matondkar in the film 'Pinjar'
- Where
- India
- When
- The film was released in 2003
- Why
- The filmmakers wanted a 'bigger' actress for the lead role
Key facts
- Film
- Pinjar
- Director
- Chandraprakash Dwivedi
- Original Lead Actor
- Juhi Babbar
- Replacement Lead Actor
- Urmila Matondkar
- Role Played by Sandali Sinha
- Laajo
- Juhi's Latest Film
- The Great Shamsuddin Family
- Juhi's Role in Latest Film
- Humaira
- Juhi's Theatre Group
- Ekjute Theatre Group
Quotes
Juhi Babbar
Actor known for her roles in films and theater.
“My father is the only actor, who’s actually made a film for his daughter because all other actors have only launched their sons. In the Hindi film industry; it was a huge step. After that, so many actors got inspired. Today, you see this generation, where so many actors are out there promoting their daughters, which is fantastic. But the one to start it was my dad.”
firstpost.com
“I told Dr. sahab ‘I won’t be able to do it because my heart was in Puro (lead role) and that I’ll not be able to give my best. I was thinking about the character of Puro for a year, had read the novel and then it didn’t happen. So, things that have to happen will happen. I was so young at that time. Thankfully, I made some correct decisions.”
firstpost.com
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