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Anushka Shetty Wasn't First Choice for Bahubali: Discover the Original Actress Considered
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Baahubali's Devasena: Nayanthara rejected role, Anushka Shetty became pan-India star
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14-03-2026, 12:24
Baahubali's Devasena: Nayanthara rejected role, Anushka Shetty became pan-India star
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Anushka Shetty achieved pan-India stardom playing Devasena in the blockbuster Baahubali films.
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The iconic role of Devasena was originally designed for Nayanthara, who later declined it.
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Nayanthara rejected the offer due to the extensive 4-year time commitment required for the Baahubali franchise.
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Anushka, with her experience in action films like Arundhati, stepped into the role, becoming a global sensation.
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The Baahubali films grossed approximately Rs. 2500 crores worldwide, elevating Anushka's career significantly.
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