Ever wondered about the untold stories behind Bollywood icons? Farah Khan has spilled the beans on why Sushmita Sen stepped into the shoes of Chandni in her smash-hit ‘Main Hoon Na’ (2004).
Chatting with Simran Reddy on YouTube, Farah admitted the actress topped her list initially. ‘You looked gorgeous in Indian traditional wear in the ‘Aahista Ki Jiye’ video—I knew you’d be ideal for Chandni,’ she enthused.
Puzzled Simran asked for the reason behind the switch, and Farah cited ‘Maine Dil Tujhko Diya,’ Simran’s debut with Sohail Khan. That project changed perceptions, paving the way for Sushmita.
Simran’s bittersweet reaction underscored the film’s legacy: a commercial juggernaut that kickstarted Farah’s directing journey. Sushmita’s glamorous professor role, complete with chic sarees, became legendary alongside Shah Rukh Khan’s lead.
Post her string of films including ‘No Entry’ and ‘Race,’ Simran retreated to Goa with family amid the pandemic, popping into Mumbai occasionally. This casting confession adds a fascinating layer to ‘Main Hoon Na’s’ enduring appeal, showing how serendipity shapes stars.