Bollywood star Triptii Dimri made her debut in the film Laila Majnu, gaining recognition for her performance after experiencing various challenges in her career, including both accolades and setbacks. While she is often referred to as the contemporary Laila due to her role in the film, it is noteworthy that Hina Khan was initially considered for the project directed by Imtiaz Ali. Furthermore, it is reported that Hina Khan was ultimately not selected due to concerns regarding her skin tone. Here are the essential details you should be aware of.

Hina Khan rejected for Laila Majnu for 'not looking Kashmiri enough'

Despite Triptii Dimri securing the role, Hina Khan was reportedly removed from Laila Majnu for a specific reason, as indicated by a report from BollywoodLife. Hina was dismissed at the final moment due to not appearing 'Kashmiri enough,' which is particularly ironic given her Kashmiri heritage. The actress expressed her surprise upon discovering the rationale behind her exclusion, yet she swiftly accepted the situation, recognizing that there was little she could do to change it.

Laila Majnu's fate

Upon its initial release, Imtiaz Ali’s Laila Majnu underperformed at the Box Office. The film failed to create significant excitement in 2018, primarily due to insufficient promotional efforts. However, its re-release in 2024 sparked a tremendous response, leading to packed theaters, with audiences referring to it as an 'underrated gem.'

Hina Khan's struggles with cancer

Hina Khan is currently receiving treatment for stage 3 breast cancer. In spite of undergoing chemotherapy, the actress has continued to embrace new opportunities, with her most recent role in Griha Laxmi. Additionally, she has made several appearances on Salman Khan’s reality television program, Bigg Boss 18.

Triptii Dimri’s upcoming projects

Triptii Dimri was last featured as the romantic interest in Kartik Aaryan’s Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, alongside prominent female leads such as Vidya Balan and Madhuri Dixit-Nene. The actress has a variety of upcoming projects, including Arjun Ustara, Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal Park, and Dhadak 2, among others. Recently, she garnered attention for her leading role in the biopic of Parveen Babi, which is being produced in a series format.

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