This star kid was dropped from cult favourites like Karan-Arjun, Jab We Met and more.., his name is…

In Bollywood’s unpredictable industry, many talents get overnight fame and success, but on the opposite spectrum are dozens of talented actors whose big breaks never see the light of day. Films change, scripts are rewritten, casting decisions are reversed, and fortunes flip overnight. One moment, you’re the hero. Next, you’re out of the frame.

And this conjecture is not just limited to fresh talents; even star kids are not spared from this uncertainty. One such actor who’s been a legacy of royalty also became the victim of this end moment rejection and replacements, not just once or twice, but many times.

The actor we are talking about is none other than Bobby Deol. Even after delivering many successful films, Booby was signed for big fims and then replaced quietly without explanation. Some of these movies went on to become massive hits, while others helped shape the careers of other actors.

Here are 7 hit pictures in which Bobby Deol was replaced at the last minute.

1. Jab We Met

Imtiaz Ali’s cult romantic film wasn’t always meant for Shahid Kapoor. Bobby Deol was the makers’ original choice, but just before the shoot, he was dropped from the project. Years later, Bobby opened up about how this shook him emotionally, admitting that he felt “broken from the inside.”

2. Karan Arjun

One of Bollywood’s best-known duos — Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan — weren’t the first choice for this reincarnation drama. The Deol brothers, Bobby and Sunny, were in the running first. But fate intervened, and both were replaced.

3. Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani

In this Karan Johar hit, Bobby was shortlisted for the part that finally went to Kunaal Roy Kapur. The reasons for the recasting are unknown, but this was yet another failure on Bobby’s part.

4. Ek Vivah Aisa Bhi

Bobby was said to be the first choice for this film. However, he was dropped quietly, and Sonu Sood replaced him. The producers never explained why Bobby was dropped, even when there was some buzz regarding his casting.

5. Yuva

Mani Ratnam’s politically oriented drama ‘Yuva’ was penned with Bobby Deol in mind. Again, before the movie went on the floors, Bobby was shown the door.

6. Highway

In Imtiaz Ali’s second film, Bobby was again an early choice. The role later went to Randeep Hooda, despite Bobby’s keen interest in the project.

7. 36 Chinatown

Even after being cast in the lead, Bobby was replaced without any public explanation. The reason for his exit remains unknown

These were not just films but were some blockbuster films that could have redefined Booby’s career trajectory. However, instead of getting disappointed with these setbacks, Booby proved himself time and again with projects like Aashram and Animal.

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