Raajhanaa’s director shares Dhanush was not the first choice of the film and it was someone else in a recent interview. Filmmaker Aanand L. Rai recently reflected on his successful journey with the film Tanu Weds Manu and the subsequent creative decisions he made. Speaking about the time when Tanu Weds Manu was a major hit, Rai admitted that he and co-writer Himanshu Sharma had initially considered making a sequel. However, they ultimately decided to pursue a different project, recognizing that a film like Raanjhanaa was a story that needed to be told.
Rai shared that their approach to storytelling involved staying true to the narrative and carefully selecting the cast, which played a significant role in the film’s success. He highlighted that while they were in search of an actor who could seamlessly blend into the character and maintain a sense of simplicity, they initially thought of Ranbir Kapoor. Unfortunately, Ranbir Kapoor was unavailable at the time.
During their search, they discovered Dhanush, an actor who Rai believed embodied the qualities they were looking for. The director praised Dhanush’s performance in Raanjhanaa, stating that the role was perfectly suited to him and that his portrayal had an extraordinary impact on audiences. Rai described how Dhanush’s involvement in the film exceeded all expectations and made a profound impression on everyone involved.
The success of Raanjhanaa, according to Rai, was not just about finding the right story but also about casting an actor who could bring a unique and compelling presence to the role. Dhanush’s performance in the film was a testament to this approach and played a crucial role in the film’s reception and acclaim.
Aanand L. Rai’s reflections offer insight as to how Dhanush gave a mind-blowing performance in Raajhanaa alongside Sonam Kapoor and won the hearts of the audience.