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Barsatein: NOT Shivangi Joshi But ‘THESE’ Tv Stars Were Approached FIRST To Play ‘Aradhana’

Despite other actresses being considered, Shivangi Joshi's portrayal of Aradhana has undoubtedly left a lasting impression on the audience, and she has been widely appreciated for her performance.

BollywoodMDB Team | Updated On: Aug 4, 2023 05:23 PM IST

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Barsatein: NOT Shivangi Joshi But ‘THESE’ Tv Stars Were Approached FIRST To Play ‘Aradhana’

Shivangi Joshi is ruling hearts as Aradhana Sahni in the popular show ‘Barsatein’, where she is seen in a unique and different avatar, sporting sarees and portraying a fierce and independent woman of today's generation. Fans are loving her looks and her exceptional acting. Before Shivangi Joshi was finalized for the role of Aradhana, there were reports of several other actresses being approached for the part. Here's the list of actresses who were reportedly considered:

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(Also Read: Barsatein: Shivangi Joshi, Kushal Tandon’s Fans Can’t Stop GUSHING Over #AraNsh ENERGETIC Performance (Watch Video))

1. Jennifer Winget

Jennifer Winget, known for her role in ‘Beyhadh’, was approached to play Aradhana. However, she couldn't take up the offer due to her personal commitments, which prevented her from reuniting with her co-star Kushal Tandon.

2. Gurpreet Bedi

Gurpreet Bedi, famous for her work in shows like ‘Dharam Patnii’ and ‘Dil Hi Toh Hai’, was also reportedly approached for the role of Aradhana. Unfortunately, she had to decline the offer due to other prior commitments.

3. Saanvie Tallwar

Tallwar who has worked in various shows including ‘Yeh Kahan Aa Gaye Hum’, ‘O Gujariya’, and ‘Chandra Nandini’, auditioned for the role of Aradhana. However, things did not materialize for her, and she did not end up being cast for the part.

4. Nirisha Basnett

Nirisha, known for her role in ‘Aladdin’ and ‘Ziddi Dil Maane Na’, reportedly turned down the role of Aradhana in ‘Barsatein’. The specific reasons for her decision remain unknown.

‘Barsatein’, which stars Shivangi Joshi and Kushal Tandon paired together for the first time, has been making headlines since the release of its first promo and teasers. Their chemistry on-screen has been captivating the viewers, and the show has been well-received by the audience.

In the upcoming episodes, Aradhana and Reyansh seem to be facing a tough time due to a misunderstanding caused by a leaked video of their night together, adding an intriguing twist to the storyline.

(Also Read: Shivangi Joshi Is Honoured To Play A Journalist In ‘Barsatein’)

Overall, ’Barsatein’ has been successfully winning hearts, and Shivangi Joshi's portrayal of Aradhana has played a significant role in making the show a hit among viewers.

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