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Why Sonam Kapoor rejected Mani Ratnam’s ‘Kadal’

In 2011, Telugu filmmaker Mani Ratnam offered Sonam Kapoor a role in his film 'Kadal,' which she declined due to language barriers. Although Sonam did not officially comment, it was believed she feared negative repercussions.

June 11, 2024 / 08:17 IST
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‘Kadal (2013)’ is a romance drama revolving around the age old saying, “Good always wins over evil.” (Image via Instagram)
‘Kadal (2013)’ is a romance drama revolving around the age old saying, “Good always wins over evil.” (Image via Instagram)

Renowned actress and fashionista Sonam Kapoor was approached by Telugu filmmaker Mani Ratnam back in 2011 for a film titled ‘Kadal’ which Kapoor had rejected reportedly due to a language barrier.

While Sonam did not comment on the matter officially, it seemed that Sonam feared a negative impact. A close friend of Sonam Kapoor revealed that her father Anil Kapoor was trying to encourage Sonam to accept the role but to no avail.

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Despite her father’s wish, Sonam had seemingly already decided and even turned the offer down. The offer for ‘Kadal’ came right after her hit film with Abhishek Bachchan and Bipasha Basu ‘Players.’ Kapoor also expressed her desire to do “something amazing” after ‘Players.’

An entertainment portal asked Kapoor whether she will do a regional film any soon and the actress said, "I wouldn't like to comment on working with Mani sir. But yes, I would love to do something amazing after Players. However, nothing is confirmed yet.”