Katrina Kaif on Replacing Priyanka Chopra As She Wasn’t The First Choice For "Bharat"

Leela Adwani |Apr 26, 2019

However, little do we know that Katrina was not the first choice for the film as the director initially chose Priyanka Chopra instead.

Katrina Kaif, who hails from a none-filmy background, will be starring opposite superstar Salman Khan in the much-awaited film Bharat. Shortly after the trailer was out, the diva was all praised for her impeccable performance. However, little do we know that Katrina was not the first choice for the film as the director initially chose Priyanka Chopra instead.

Priyanka Salman Katrina

Bharat’s female lead, in a recent interview, spoke at length about her character in the upcoming film. The actor said,

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She also wore her heart on her sleeve on just being the alternative choice to play the lead role in Bharat. Kat said,

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The diva also showered praise at her co-star Salman Khan, said they ‘work well together’ because they don’t take anything for granted.

FYI, the film Bharat is slated to hit the theaters on Eid. Stay tuned for more updates!

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