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...'

 08:02 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.
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