Archive · 28 May 2025
Nara Rohith Was First Choice for 'Pushpa' Antagonist
Actor Nara Rohith revealed he was originally chosen to play the antagonist in the movie Pushpa.
He was considered for the role of Bhanwar Singh Shekawat.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, director Sukumar and producer Ravi Shankar noticed Rohith's pictures.
Although interested, the role was later given to Fahadh Faasil.
Rohith acknowledged Faasil's excellent performance.
In the Pushpa series, Bhanwar Singh Shekawat is an adversary to Allu Arjun's character.
Rohith took a break after a 2018 film and returned in 2024.
He is now working on new projects.
Nara Rohith was initially considered for the role of Bhanwar Singh Shekawat in 'Pushpa'.
Sukumar and Ravi Shankar approached Rohith during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The role was ultimately given to Fahadh Faasil as the film's scope expanded.
Rohith acknowledged Fahadh Faasil's excellent performance in the role.
Rohith returned to acting in 2024 after a break.
- Who
- Nara Rohith, Sukumar, Ravi Shankar, Fahadh Faasil
- What
- Nara Rohith revealed he was originally chosen for the antagonist role in Pushpa.
- When
- During the COVID-19 pandemic, and Rohith took a break after a 2018 film, returning in 2024.
- Where
- Not explicitly mentioned in article.
- Why
- Sukumar and Ravi Shankar saw pictures of Rohith and considered him for the role.
- Nara Rohith
- Actor in Telugu films
- Fahadh Faasil
- Actor in Malayalam, Tamil and Telugu films
- Role
- Bhanwar Singh Shekawat in Pushpa
- Character Role
- Antagonist in Pushpa series
- Rohith's break after Veera Bhoga Vasantha Rayalu
- 2018
- Rohith's comeback film Prathinidhi 2
- 2024