Before Ramya Krishnan immortalised Neelambari in Rajinikanth’s iconic film Padayappa, another popular actress was the original choice for the role. Here’s who it was and why the casting changed.

Thalaivar Rajinikanth’s iconic film Padayappa, helmed by K.S. Ravikumar, continues to remain a favourite among Tamil cinema fans even decades after its release. While Ramya Krishnan’s portrayal of Neelambari is considered one of the most powerful performances in Tamil cinema, many fans have always been curious about how the role was cast. Recently, Rajinikanth shared an interesting revelation that has sparked fresh discussion among movie lovers.

Aishwarya Rai was the original choice for Neelambari

In a newly surfaced interaction, Rajinikanth revealed that Aishwarya Rai was the team’s first prefe

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