According to reports, Jr. NTR was initially given the role by the producers of the successful films “Dil” and “Arya,” but he declined.
One of Tollywood’s most popular and successful actors, Jr. NTR has a sizable fan base. The actor gained international acclaim following the release of SS Rajamouli’s masterpiece RRR. Soon, Tarak will appear in a Sidharth Anand-directed action movie in Bollywood. Jr. NTR is one of the stars that practically every producer wants in their movie, despite the fact that he demands high fees from filmmakers. In this article, we’ll look at five blockbuster hits that Jr. NTR turned down in favour of other performers.
DIL
V.V. Vinayak directed the 2003 film Dil Dil, which was released. The principal part in the film was portrayed by actor Nithiin, and it was a commercial success. According to reports, Jr. NTR was initially offered the role by the producers but turned it down. Jr. NTR reportedly refused to portray the part of a student at the time, which is why the movie was rejected.
ARYA
One of the Telugu films that was well-liked throughout India is Arya. Allu Arjun plays the lead in the movie. Jr. NTR might be regretting his decision to pass on this project because Allu Arjun’s success in Arya assisted Jr. Bunny continues to receive plaudits for his performance in the movie, which helped him win numerous prizes.
BHADRA
After Jr. NTR and Allu Arjun rejected the film, Bhadra’s creators felt let down. According to rumours, the movie, which eventually became a box office success, altered Ravi Teja’s career. Jr. NTR and Allu Arjun both declined the offer since they couldn’t estimate how much money the film would make at the box office. Following the film’s success, it was eventually remade in Kannada as Gaja and in Tamil as Saravana, starring Silambarasan & Jyothika.
KICK
After being turned down by Jr. NTR, Ravi Teja plays the lead in Kick, another film. Ravi Teja reportedly received the part after Tarak reportedly turned down the film for unspecified reasons. The film, which has Ileana D’ Cruz in the major role, was a success at the box office. The movie was adapted in three different languages: Tamil as Thillalangadi; Hindi as Kick with Salman Khan; and Kannada as Super Ranga.
OOPIRI
You might be startled to learn that Jr. NTR turned down the part in “Oopiri,” but it’s real. According to rumours, Jr. NTR rejected the film because of a scene in which his character touched Nagarjuna’s foot. The Tollywood star declined because he believed that caressing Nagarjuna’s feet could not sit well with his followers. Karthi eventually took on the role, and the movie was a tremendous hit.
SRIMANTHUDU
Srimanthudu is one of Mahesh Babu’s most successful films. Jr. NTR was first given the movie. Unknown as to why Tarak rejected the film, he might be regretting not having a part in it.