OMG! NOT Ranbir Kapoor But THIS Actor Was Originally Considered For Ayan Mukerji's Wake Up Sid!
Ayan Mukerji's first film, 'Wake Up Sid', was released 14 years ago and has since become a cherished modern classic in Bollywood. The film featured Ranbir Kapoor and Konkona Sen Sharma in the lead roles, but what many people don't know is that Ranbir was not the initial choice for the role of Sid.
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Director Ayan Mukerji had a strong inclination towards casting Imran Khan instead. He had a personal connection with Imran through his relationship with Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao, and he was impressed by Imran's performance in 'Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na.'
However, after screening 'Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na,' Ayan had a gut feeling that Imran was not the right fit for the role of Sid in Wake Up Sid. He couldn't explain it, but he just knew that Imran wasn't right for the part.
Ayan conveyed his feelings to Karan Johar, the film's producer, who was initially hesitant. Karan had already offered the role to Imran, and he liked Imran very much. But in the end, he trusted Ayan's instinct.
Ranbir Kapoor was then cast in the role of Sid, and he went on to give a stellar performance. The film was a critical and commercial success, and it launched Ranbir's career as a leading actor.
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It's interesting to think about what 'Wake Up Sid' would have been like if Imran Khan had played the role of Sid. But there's no doubt that Ranbir Kapoor was the perfect choice for the part. He brought a unique charm and energy to the role, and he helped to make 'Wake Up Sid' one of the most beloved Bollywood films of all time.
