Maine Pyar Kiya's Original Leading Lady: Upasana Singh's Journey and the Height Issue That Led to Her Rejection
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Salman Khan gained widespread recognition through his role in Maine Pyar Kiya. While his acting career began with Biwi Ho Toh Aisi, it was the film directed by Sooraj Barjatya that established him as a prominent star. In the 1989 movie, he starred alongside Bhagyashree. Notably, numerous actors, including Upasana Singh, auditioned for the role of Suman. In a recent interview, the veteran actress disclosed that she was initially considered for the part in Maine Pyar Kiya but ultimately faced rejection. Continue reading to discover the reasons behind this decision.
Why did Upasana Singh get rejected for Maine Pyar Kiya?
In a discussion with Siddharth Kannan, Upasana Singh disclosed that she auditioned for the role of Suman and had the opportunity to meet Sooraj Barjatya in Mumbai. The actress was briefed on all aspects of the film and her character. Upasana stated that she was chosen by the director; however, her selection was ultimately overturned by his father, Rajkumar Barjatya, who declined her for the film Maine Pyar Kiya.
The following day, I encountered his father, who expressed his disapproval of me. They are genuinely kind individuals, so rather than outright rejecting me, they simply did not reach out again, she recounted. Subsequently, during the filming of another Rajshri production, Main Prem Ki Deewani Hoon, Rajkumar Barjatya disclosed that Upasana was initially considered for the role opposite Salman Khan.
Regarding the reason for her rejection, Upasana reflected, "He mentioned, 'I am not making an excuse, but you were taller than Salman.' That was the explanation provided to me. They were seeking someone slightly shorter than Salman, which is why I was not selected. They were truthful in their reasoning."
More about Maine Pyar Kiya
Sooraj Barjatya made his directorial debut with the film Maine Pyar Kiya. In this romantic drama, Salman Khan portrayed the character of Prem Chaudhary, while Bhagyashree took on the role of Suman. The cast also featured notable actors such as Alok Nath, Reema Lagoo, and Mohnish Bahl, among others. The film was released in theaters on December 29, 1989.
For those interested in revisiting this classic, it is available for streaming on ZEE5 with a Mobile Masala. Stay tuned for more exciting and informative updates!
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