In the world of Bollywood, behind-the-scenes decisions often shape a film’s legacy just as much as what unfolds on screen. One such case is Besharam , a 2013 romantic comedy that sparked plenty of buzz not just for its star-studded cast, but also for what happened off-camera.

Now, nearly 12 years later, the film’s director Abhinav Kashyap, known as much for his outspoken views as for helming the hit Dabangg , has offered fresh insight into the Besharam’s casting drama. And at the centre of it all was Ranbir Kapoor, his then-girlfriend, and a leading role that ended up going to a Bollywood newcomer.

Known for his candour, Abhinav Kashyap disclosed in a recent interview that he had faced significant pressure during the casting of Besharam . According to him, Ranbir Kapoor had pushe

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