Why did Manoj Banjapyee reject Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Devdas? | Celebrity news

Manoj Bajpayee has been delivering excellent content over the years. However, not many know that he was also offered a role in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s 2002 film Devdas. But in the end he turned it down. Read more to know why!

Why did Manoj Banjapyee reject Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Devdas? (Credits: Instagram)

New Delhi: Sanjay Leela Bhansali Devdas was not only a love story, but also a great film. While the iconic characters played by Shah Rukh Khan, Madhuri Dixit and Aishwarya Rai have always stayed with us, one has to wonder if these were the initial choices for the film. Surprisingly, top actor Manoj Bajpayee was also offered a role in the film. But he ultimately refused. Read more to know why!

Manoj Banjapyee has rejected Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Devdas for THIS reason

Some time ago, in an interview with Etimes, Manoj had spoken out about turning down the role of Chunnillal that Jackie Shroff later played. The actor said, “I have always wanted to play Devdas. There were a few adjustments, but no one thought to cast me. I would love to play that character.”

Manoj, who is celebrating his 55th birthday today (April 23), has shown a keen interest in playing the lead actor in any film based on Devdas. But he said he was only offered a supporting role in the film.

About Devdas movie

2002 Sanjay Leela Bhansali film Devdas is based on the novel by Sarat Chandra Chattopadhya. Set in the early 20th century, the romantic tragedy tells an endearing love story between Dev and Paro amid class divides. The film featured Shah Rukh Khan as Devdas, Aishwarya Rai as Paro and Madhuri Dixit as Chandramukhi.

Manoj Bajpayee Movies

Manoj Bajpayee made his debut with Shekhar Kapur Bandit queen. He also starred in the TV show Swabhimaan. Moreover, the actor is known for his roles in films like Satya, Shool, Kaun, Zubeidaa, Aks, Pinjar, Gangs of Wasseypur, Aligarh, The Family Man, Gulmohar, Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai And Joram.

Eventually, Manoj also made a cameo appearance in Yash Chopra’s Veer-Zaara with SRK playing the lead role.