Ranbir Kapoor was 'uncomfortable' to work with Sonakshi Sinha, wanted Katrina Kaif instead!

Ranbir Kapoor is one of Bollywood’s most bankable stars, charming, versatile and a poster boy for a generation of filmmakers and audiences. He has shared screen space with almost every leading actress of his era, from Katrina Kaif to Deepika Padukone and Alia Bhatt. Yet, according to recent revelations, he refused to work opposite Sonakshi Sinha on the film Besharam, saying he was “uncomfortable” with her.

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What The Director Said: An Insider’s Account

Director Abhinav Kashyap- who made Besharam- has publicly recalled a casting tussle on the film. Kashyap says he initially wanted Sonakshi for the female lead, but Ranbir repeatedly pushed to cast Katrina Kaif instead, telling the director he felt uncomfortable working with Sonakshi. Kashyap’s account has surfaced in multiple media interviews and sparked fresh debate about casting dynamics in Bollywood.

The ‘Look Older’ Narrative

This isn’t the first time such claims have circulated. Older reports and trade whispers - going back to around 2012 and revived in later years - suggested some actors were reluctant to pair with Sonakshi because they felt she looked older than her co-stars.

Pallavi Sharda Locked as Lead Lady

Ultimately, Pallavi Sharda was locked as the lead lady, opposite Ranbir Kapoor in Besharam. However, the movie bombed at the box office. Though the movie had a strong opening, it received negative reviews for its script and performances.

Sonakshi’s Perspective and Industry Context

Sonakshi herself has, on occasions, recalled being turned down for roles and has talked about how perceptions about appearance affect casting - a reality many actresses face. Whether the discomfort Ranbir reportedly felt was about on-screen chemistry, age perception, or something else has not been publicly clarified by Ranbir himself, leaving room for interpretation and caution before drawing conclusions.

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Ranbir Kapoor’s Work Front

Ranbir Kapoor is gearing up for Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, in which he essays Lord Rama. Even reports have been abuzz that he will be the lead man in YRF’s Dhoom 4. However, no official confirmation has been made by the actor or the production house.