Haseena Parkar Director Faced Backlash for Casting Shraddha Kapoor; Sonakshi Sinha Was First Choice
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News18•01-02-2026, 09:00
Haseena Parkar Director Faced Backlash for Casting Shraddha Kapoor; Sonakshi Sinha Was First Choice
- •Director Apoorva Lakhia faced significant criticism for casting Shraddha Kapoor in the lead role of Haseena Parkar, a departure from her usual romantic image.
- •Shraddha Kapoor portrayed Dawood Ibrahim's sister, Haseena Parkar, tracing her transformation from a teenage bride to a feared crime figure in Mumbai.
- •Lakhia defended his casting choice, explaining that Shraddha's ability to play the character from age 17 to 75 was crucial for the role's timeline.
- •Sonakshi Sinha was initially the first choice for the role, but scheduling conflicts led to Shraddha Kapoor being approached.
- •The film explored Haseena Parkar's personal and criminal journey, depicting her rise in Mumbai's underworld across several decades.
Why It Matters: Apoorva Lakhia faced abuse for casting Shraddha Kapoor in Haseena Parkar, with Sonakshi Sinha being the original choice.
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