Is this the reason why Fatima Sana Shaikh was roped in for ‘Thugs Of Hindostan’?

Few days ago, it was confirmed that ‘Dangal’ actress, Fatima Sana Shaikh has been roped in to star in YRF’s ‘Thugs Of Hindostan’. Well, it was said that no A-list actress was keen on doing the role as the female lead doesn’t have much to do in the film. However, now here’s a different story. Reportedly, Fatima’s low fee is the reason that she has been roped in for the film.

A source told DNA, “Nobody was surprised when Fatima Sana Shaikh was signed opposite Aamir Khan in ‘Thugs Of Hindostan’. While a few top actresses including Deepika Padukone, Shraddha Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and even Vaani Kapoor were in talks to do the film, most of them, save Vaani, weren’t so keen once they heard the fee for the film, especially when Aamir was being given his market price and more. The actresses had loved the script as it revolved around the female protagonist taking revenge but the talks fizzled out when they realised that Aditya Chopra wanted them to sign the film almost for free. There was a discussion whether Vaani or Fatima suited the role better — the latter was Aamir’s choice and the former Adi’s. Eventually Aamir had his way.” (Also Read: Confirmed! Fatima Sana Shaikh to star in Aamir Khan and Big B-starrer ‘Thugs of Hindostan’)

Well, we wonder if this is the real story behind Fatima being opted for ‘Thugs Of Hindostan’. The movie, which will be directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya, also stars Amitabh Bachchan. The shooting of the film will kickstart in June, the movie is slated to release during Diwali 2018.

Murtuza Iqbal

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