From Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna to Nayanthara: 7 South Indian superstars who said NO to these Bollywood blockbusters

Mahesh Babu declined the lead role in Animal, citing that the character was too dark for his taste. The role was later played by Ranbir Kapoor, and the film achieved substantial box office success.

Director Kabir Khan initially approached Allu Arjun for the lead role in Bajrangi Bhaijaan. The actor declined, and the role eventually went to Salman Khan, contributing to the film's massive success. ​

Anushka Shetty was offered the lead female role in Singham opposite Ajay Devgn. She turned it down, and Kajal Aggarwal was cast instead. The film became a significant hit at the box office. 

Nayanthara was approached for the female lead in Chennai Express opposite Shah Rukh Khan. She declined the offer, and Deepika Padukone was cast, leading to one of the highest-grossing films of that year. 

Rashmika Mandanna was offered the female lead in the Hindi remake of Jersey opposite Shahid Kapoor. She declined the offer, stating that she felt she couldn't give her best to the film. The role was later played by Mrunal Thakur.

Yash reportedly turned down a role in Laal Kaptaan, which eventually starred Saif Ali Khan. The film had a unique storyline but did not perform well commercially. 

Kannada superstar Darshan was offered the antagonist's role in Dabangg 3 but turned it down. The part was later given to Sudeep.