Heeramandi actress Manisha Koirala recently opened up about a career decision she deeply regrets. Despite getting a chance to star alongside Shah Rukh Khan, Karisma Kapoor, and Madhuri Dixit in Dil Toh Pagal Hai, Koirala confessed to turning down the opportunity due to her insecurities.
Manisha Koirala, whose last successful film was nearly a decade ago with Bhoot Returns, is now aiming for a strong comeback with Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi.
Discussing her career, Koirala expressed regret over rejecting Dil Toh Pagal Hai, citing her reluctance to be compared to Madhuri Dixit as a factor in her decision-making process.
Manisha Koirala Wanted To Star Solo In Yash Chopra’s Film
The iconic character of Nisha in the film was initially considered by various leading actresses, including Urmila Matondkar, Kajol, Raveena Tandon, Juhi Chawla, and Manisha Koirala, before ultimately being portrayed by Karisma Kapoor.
Unfortunately, Manisha Koirala, one of those initially approached, has since expressed regret over her decision to decline the role.
In her conversation with India Today, Manisha Koirala opened up about her career regrets, stating, “One of the regrets that I’ve in my career is I didn’t do Yash Chopra’s film. I was pitted against Madhuri ji [Dixit], and I was scared. I backed out of that project.” Reflecting on the allure of working with Yash Chopra, Koirala emphasised that every actor of her generation wanted to work with the filmmaker, drawn to his exquisite portrayal of women on-screen.
Recalling her conversation with Yash Chopra, Koirala revealed, “I went to Yash Ji’s office and told him, ‘Sir, it’s my dream to be your heroine, solo. You are pitting me against Madhuri ji’. Somehow [because of] better judgment of mine, I think I missed out.”
On Her Differences With Madhuri Dixit
Filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi extended the offer of the lead role in Lajja to Manisha in 2000. Recognising the significance of the opportunity, the actress swiftly accepted the offer, determined not to repeat past mistakes. Reflecting on her decision,
Manisha expressed, “I think when you have a strong maker, and when you are confident in your skin, the security comes. I realised I didn’t want to make that mistake again because of my silly insecurities. I am so glad I did it. I am so proud of Lajja.”
Manisha Koirala: Work Front
Discussing her work front, Manisha was last seen in Kartik Aaryan’s Shehzada. She will now star in a web series Heeramandi directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Manisha will join Aditi Rao Hydari, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Richa Chadha, Sonakshi Sinha, and Sharmin Segal in the cast of Heeramandi.
Heeramandi Trailer
In this period drama set to premiere on Netflix on May 1, she portrays the character of Mallikajaan.
(Also read: Heeramandi Trailer: Sanjay Leela Bhansali Brings Signature Hard-Hitting Content Full Of Grandeur And Opulence)
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