Sushant Singh Rajput Death Anniversary: 5 Iconic Movies Rejected By The Talented Actor

On June 14th, 2024, we solemnly mark the 4th death anniversary of the late actor Sushant Singh Rajput, whose untimely demise in 2020 left a void in the hearts of his fans and the entire film industry. Despite his short-lived career, Sushant's exceptional talent and versatility had already etched his name in the annals of Indian cinema. As we reminisce about his remarkable journey, let's explore five iconic movies that the gifted actor had to forego due to various circumstances.

Bollywood Movies Rejected by Sushant Singh Rajput

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‘Kabir Singh’ (Netflix) IMDb Rating: 7/10

The controversial yet successful film ‘Kabir Singh’ initially had Sushant Singh Rajput in the running for the lead role. However, the role eventually went to Shahid Kapoor, who delivered a powerful performance. Sushant's potential portrayal of the flawed yet compelling character remains a missed opportunity for his fans.

‘Ram Leela’ (JioCinema) IMDb Rating: 6.4/10

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's magnum opus ‘Ram Leela’ was reportedly offered to Sushant Singh Rajput for the lead role of Ram Rajari. However, due to conflicting schedules and prior commitments, the actor had to decline the offer, paving the way for Ranveer Singh's iconic performance alongside Deepika Padukone.

‘Andhadhun’ (Netflix) IMDb Rating: 8.2/10

The critically acclaimed thriller ‘Andhadhun’ had initially caught Sushant Singh Rajput's attention for the character of Akash Sarraf. However, creative differences with director Sriram Raghavan led to the role ultimately being played by Ayushmann Khurrana, who garnered widespread acclaim for his performance.

‘Befikre’ (Amazon Prime) IMDb Rating: 4.5/10

The producers of ‘Befikre’ had hopes of recreating the success of 'Shuddh Desi Romance' by casting Sushant Singh Rajput and Vaani Kapoor in the lead roles. However, Sushant's unavailability led to Ranveer Singh taking on the role instead, marking a missed opportunity for the late actor.

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‘Fitoor’ (Netflix) IMDb Rating: 5.4/10

Similarly, Sushant Singh Rajput was initially approached for the lead role in the adaptation of Charles Dickens' "Great Expectations," titled ‘Fitoor’. Unfortunately, due to scheduling conflicts, he had to decline the offer, and the role eventually went to Aditya Roy Kapur in Abhishek Kapoor's direction.

While these missed opportunities might leave fans wondering about the potential impact Sushant Singh Rajput could have had on these iconic films, his legacy lives on through the remarkable body of work he left behind. As we commemorate his death anniversary, we celebrate the indelible mark he left on the silver screen and the countless lives he touched with his talent and passion.

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