Isha Koppikar Regrets Turning Down Cult Classic 'Dil Chahta Hai'
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News18•27-01-2026, 13:03
Isha Koppikar Regrets Turning Down Cult Classic 'Dil Chahta Hai'
- •Actress Isha Koppikar revealed her biggest regret was declining a role in Farhan Akhtar's directorial debut, 'Dil Chahta Hai'.
- •She was approached for the role of Pooja, eventually played by Sonali Kulkarni, opposite Saif Ali Khan.
- •Koppikar had already committed to 'Pyaar Ishq Aur Mohabbat' and felt bound by her values, preventing her from taking on 'Dil Chahta Hai'.
- •She believes she could have managed both films or prioritized 'Dil Chahta Hai', which became a cult classic.
- •While 'Pyaar Ishq Aur Mohabbat' failed at the box office, 'Dil Chahta Hai' achieved significant success and critical acclaim.
Why It Matters: Isha Koppikar deeply regrets her decision to turn down 'Dil Chahta Hai' due to a prior film commitment.
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