Ranbir Kapoor, Ileana D'Cruz, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas' film Barfi! has resurfaced in the news following the release of IU and Park Bogum's When Life Gives You Tangerines on OTT platforms. The series has drawn comparisons to Barfi!, but it is noteworthy that the Indian film was initially intended to feature the rumored real-life couple, Katrina Kaif and Ranbir Kapoor, in a romantic storyline. Anurag Basu had previously confirmed that Katrina Kaif was close to accepting the role, which would have seen her paired with Ranbir. However, this collaboration ultimately did not materialize. Discover more about this intriguing backstory.

Katrina Kaif almost ended up romancing Ranbir Kapoor in Barfi!

Katrina Kaif was initially considered for the role of Shruti Ghosh in the film Barfi!, a character that ultimately went to Ileana D'Cruz. This information was disclosed by director Anurag Basu in a previous interview with Hindustan Times.

Why did Katrina Kaif back out of Barfi!?

Katrina withdrew from the film Barfi! as she was unwilling to take a subordinate role to Ranbir Kapoor's character. Additionally, complications arose due to Ranbir's overlapping commitments with the film Rockstar, which extended his schedule beyond initial projections. Consequently, once Ileana and Priyanka were cast, coordinating their schedules proved to be time-consuming. Unable to wait indefinitely, Katrina opted to pursue other opportunities.

Is When Life Gives You Tangerines actually similar to Barfi!?

Not exactly. When Life Gives You Tangerines presents a distinct narrative. Although there may be instances where viewers mistakenly associate it with Korean Barfi! due to IU's portrayal resembling that of Priyanka Chopra's character Jhilmil, this similarity can be attributed to the aegyo culture prevalent among Korean women. Therefore, drawing comparisons between the two works is largely unwarranted. However, as more episodes of When Life Gives You Tangerines are set to be released, we will gain a more comprehensive understanding once the series concludes.

About Barfi!

Barfi! presents a narrative of love that encompasses both unreciprocated affection and pure innocence. The film explores themes of loyalty, trust, and regret, all intricately linked to the experience of love. In this manner, Barfi! evolves into a charming tale of romance between a deaf-mute man and a girl with autism, who share an unwavering bond of trust and affection for one another.
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