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Sonali Kulkarni's Hesitation Over Playing Salman Khan's Mother
1 Oct
Summary
- Kulkarni initially suggested other actresses for the mother role in 'Bharat'.
- Her hesitation stemmed from physical appearance, not playing a mother.
- Working with Salman Khan and the film's focus on childhood swayed her decision.
Sonali Kulkarni recently shared her initial reservations about portraying Salman Khan's mother in the 2019 film 'Bharat'. When first approached by director Ali Abbas Zafar and casting director Mukesh Chhabra, Kulkarni expressed doubts about her suitability for the role. She candidly admitted to providing a list of alternative actresses she believed would be a better fit.
Her hesitation, Kulkarni clarified, was not due to any reluctance in playing a maternal figure, as her career boasts diverse and unconventional roles. Instead, her concern was purely about whether she visually embodied the character. The film's narrative, which heavily features flashbacks of Salman Khan's character in his youth, ultimately convinced her.
Additionally, the prospect of collaborating with Salman Khan, whom she had only met once before, served as a significant incentive. Kulkarni also commended Katrina Kaif's meticulous preparation for her dance performances in 'Bharat,' highlighting a positive working experience with her co-stars.
