Mahesh Babu to Anushka Shetty: Top 10 South Indian actors who REJECTED Bollywood films

South actors who rejected Bollywood films

Several big South actors have been offered big Bollywood films every now and then. But, they have rejected the same due to various reasons. The South film industry is a big platform, but on the other hand, Bollywood films give a lot of exposure to the actors. Thankfully, the lines are blurring now and it’s a true win for the audience, who get to see these various talents from across the country. Nayanthara is all set for her Bollywood debut with Jawan. But she is also one of the actress who has turned down a Bollywood film offer in the past. Take a look at Anushka Shetty, Mahesh Babu, Vijay Deverakonda and other such stars who rejected Bollywood films.

Baahubali actress Anushka Shetty rejected THIS Ajay Devgn film

Anushka Shetty is one of the most popular South Indian actresses and she was offered Rohit Shetty's Singham in 2011 opposite Ajay Devgn. But the diva rejected the offer and later the role went to Kajal Aggarwal, another beauty who rules South Indian cinema.

Mahesh Babu rejected all the Bollywood films that came his way

Mahesh Babu needs no introduction. He is one of the most popular Telugu actors and has been winning hearts with his performances. He has a huge influence in Telugu cinema and wants to stick to his roots. He has willingly refused to do any Bollywood films.

Pushpa 2 star Allu Arjun rejected THIS Salman Khan film

Pushpa 2 actor Allu Arjun rejected Kabir Khan's Bajrangi Bhaijaan. The maker had decided to release it in many languages. The actor rejected the film for reasons best known to him. Later, the role was offered to Hrithik Roshan, and when he too turned it down, it finally went to Salman Khan.

Nivin Pauly rejected THESE films starring Sushant Singh Rajput and Vicky Kaushal

Malayali actor Nivin Pauly was the first choice for Sushant Singh Rajput starrer Chhichhore. He sacrificed his Bollywood debut for Kayamkulam Kochunn. He was also supposed to do a film with Anurag Kashyap. According to a report on Indiatimes, Pauly was offered the role of Vicky Kaushal in Manmarziyaan.

Rashmika Mandanna rejected a role opposite Shahid Kapoor

Rashmika Mandanna is the national crush of India. But before she made her Bollywood debut with Goodbye, she was offered the Hindi remake of Jersey starring Shahid Kapoor. But she refused to do it as she wanted to do ‘only’ commercial films.

Puneeth Rajkumar was the first choice for THIS Salman Khan film

Puneeth Rajkumar was offered Bajrangi Bhaijaan, but he rejected it as he was not impressed with the script. The rest is history.

Darshan rejected THIS Salman Khan big blockbuster

Kannada film industry hero Darshan was offered the role of an antagonist in Salman Khan's film Dabangg 3. The actor rejected the offer and it was later given to Sudeep.

Before KGF made him a sensation, Yash rejected THIS Saif Ali Khan film

KGF hero Yash, who became an overnight sensation after his blockbuster film, was to make his Bollywood debut long long ago. He was offered Laal Kaptaan, as per a report on Indiatimes. But, the actor refused the role and it later went to Saif Ali Khan.

Jawan actor Vijay Sethupathi rejected a film with Aamir Khan

Jawan film’s antagonist Vijay Sethupathi was offered a role in Aamir Khan starrer Laal Singh Chaddha, but he opted out of the project due to his other work commitments. The actor is all set to make his big Bollywood debut with Shah Rukh Khan. He also has Merry Christmas with Katrina Kaif. He was recently seen and appreciated for his performance in web series Farzi with Shahid Kapoor, created by Raj and DK.