Emraan Hashmi recalls Ameesha Patel rejecting him for a role; says, “Ameesha Patel thought I couldn't pull off the role”

Actor Emraan Hashmi recalled when Ameesha Patel refused to work with him, alleging he was unsuitable for the job. Emraan Hashmi told The Lallantop that Ameesha had informed Mahesh Bhatt that he was not the best pick for a film.During an interview with India Today's sister station The Lallantop, Emraan Hashmi said, “Ameesha Patel thought I couldn't pull off the role. Coming off the success of 'Kaho Na Pyaar Hai', she was understandably cautious and wanted the casting (for the role) to be perfect. She likely preferred a more experienced actor over someone with limited experience.”He said, “So, subsequently, she expressed her doubts to Mahesh Bhatt and said, 'I don't think Emraan is the right fit.’ I was furious at the time, but in retrospect, I see Ameesha's point of view.”Emraan Hashmi recently shared insights into his early days in the film industry, revealing that he began visiting film sets daily to observe the shooting process. This practice, he noted, played a crucial role in shaping his understanding of filmmaking and acting.Although Emraan made his official acting debut in 2003 with the film Footpath, he disclosed that his initial debut was actually supposed to be alongside Ameesha Patel in Mahesh Bhatt's Yeh Zindagi Ka Safar. Due to unforeseen circumstances, that project didn't materialize as planned, and Footpath became his first release.Emraan last appeared in the drama series 'Showtime'. It is presently available on Disney+ Hotstar.Also Read : Adivi Sesh and Emraan Hashmi gear up for month-long action packed shooting schedule in Europe in September: Report

Actor Emraan Hashmi recalled when Ameesha Patel refused to work with him, alleging he was unsuitable for the job. Emraan Hashmi told The Lallantop that Ameesha had informed Mahesh Bhatt that he was not the best pick for a film. Emraan Hashmi recalls Ameesha Patel rejecting him for a role; says, “Ameesha Patel thought I couldn’t pull off the role” During an interview with India Today's sister station The Lallantop, Emraan Hashmi said, “Ameesha Patel thought I couldn't pull off the role.

Coming off the success of 'Kaho Na Pyaar Hai', she was understandably cautious and wanted the casting (for the role) to be perfect. She likely preferred a more experienced actor over someone with limited experience.” He said, “So, subsequently, she expressed her doubts to Mahesh Bhatt and said, 'I don't think Emraan is the right fit.

’ I was furious at the time, but in retrospect, I see Ameesha's point of view.” Emraan Hashmi recently shared insights into his early days in the film industry, revealing that he began visiting film sets daily to observe the shooting process. This practice, he noted, played a crucial role in shaping his understanding of filmmaking and acting.

Although Emraan made his official acting debut in 2003 with the film Footpath , he disclosed that his initial debut was actually supposed to be alongside Ameesha Patel in Mahesh Bhatt's Yeh Zindagi Ka Safar . Due to unforeseen circumstances, that project didn't materialize as planned, and Footpath became his fir.