Alia Bhatt's Emotional Reaction to Inshallah Shelving
- Alia Bhatt was heartbroken when her film Inshallah was shelved due to creative differences.
- Sanjay Leela Bhansali later offered her the lead role in Gangubai Kathiawadi, which she found challenging.
- Alia continues to admire Bhansali's work and is set to release her new film Jigra on October 11, 2024.
In India, Bollywood filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali revealed that actress Alia Bhatt was devastated when their film project, Inshallah, was shelved due to creative differences between Bhansali and Salman Khan. Alia's emotional response included crying and isolating herself in a room. Following this setback, Bhansali reassured her by offering the lead role in Gangubai Kathiawadi, a project he had been developing for years. Alia expressed her initial concerns about transitioning from the character in Inshallah to the new role in Kamathipura. Despite her heartbreak over Inshallah, she acknowledged the opportunity to work with Bhansali as a significant milestone in her career. Alia has long admired Bhansali's unique vision and creativity, which she considers magical. Currently, she is preparing for the release of her upcoming film, Jigra, set to premiere on October 11, 2024, showcasing her continued dedication to her craft and collaboration with esteemed filmmakers.