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Andaaz Director Reveals Initial Casting Plans
Director Suneel Darshan revealed that the movie 'Andaaz' starring Lara Dutta and Priyanka Chopra, wasn't his initial plan.
He originally considered Karisma or Kareena Kapoor, but changed his mind to find actresses with better chemistry.
He was impressed by Priyanka Chopra, comparing her voice to Rekha's.
He also mentioned that Akshay Kumar made filming enjoyable with his respectful attitude.
Suneel Darshan initially planned to cast Karisma Kapoor or Kareena Kapoor in 'Andaaz'.
He chose Lara Dutta and Priyanka Chopra instead for better chemistry.
Darshan was impressed by Priyanka Chopra and predicted her success.
He compared Priyanka Chopra's voice to Rekha's.
Akshay Kumar's respectful behavior made the set friendly.
- Who
- Suneel Darshan, Lara Dutta, Priyanka Chopra, Akshay Kumar, Karisma Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor
- What
- Suneel Darshan's account of casting 'Andaaz'.
- Where
- On the set of 'Andaaz'
- When
- 2003 (Andaaz release)
- Why
- To discuss the casting choices in the movie Andaaz.
Key facts
- Original Casting Choice
- Karisma Kapoor or Kareena Kapoor
- Replaced with
- Lara Dutta and Priyanka Chopra
- Director
- Suneel Darshan
- Lead Actor
- Akshay Kumar
- Darshan's assessment
- Priyanka Chopra would become a top star
- Priyanka Chopra's voice compared to
- Rekha
