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Why Upasana Singh lost Maine Pyaar Kiya to Bhagyashree: ‘I was taller than Salman Khan’ | Bollywood News

Why Upasana Singh lost Maine Pyaar Kiya to Bhagyashree: ‘I was taller than Salman Khan’ | Bollywood News

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4 min readNew Delhi, Pop/bollywood MusicJun 18, 2026 09:23 PM IST Sooraj Barjatya’s Maine Pyaar Kiya (1989) proved to be a life-changing film for its lead stars, Salman Khan and Bhagyashree. However, not many know that actor Upasana Singh was initially considered for the role of Suman before Bhagyashree was eventually cast. In a recent interview, Upasana recalled losing out on the part and revealed how she later confronted Sooraj Barjatya’s father, Raj Kumar Barjatya, about the decision. During a chat with Galatta India, Upasana Singh recalled her simple audition for Maine Pyaar Kiya with the film’s director Sooraj Barjatya. “I was studying in Chandigarh at that time and my aunt used to stay in Chembur. I always used to say that I want to be a heroine. So, whenever I used to come to Mumbai, I used to meet all these directors and producers,” she said. The actor continued, “So, once I came and met Gupta ji (who handles Sooraj Barjatya’s work). He told me that Rajshri is making a film called Maine Pyaar …

Daboo Malik refutes son Amaal Mallik’s claim that he was replaced by Salman Khan in Maine Pyaar Kiya

Daboo Malik refutes son Amaal Mallik’s claim that he was replaced by Salman Khan in Maine Pyaar Kiya

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Music composer and Bigg Boss 19 fame Amaal Mallik recently claimed that his father, composer Daboo Malik, had shot for Maine Pyaar Kiya but was replaced by Salman Khan without his knowledge. Daboo has now responded to his son’s claims, clarifying that he was actually working on a different film. Daboo Malik refutes shooting for Salman Khan’s Maine Pyaar Kiya. Daboo Malik clarifies he never shot for Maine Pyaar Kiya In a recent interview with Buzzzoka Prime, Daboo said, “Sawan Jhoom Utha uss picture ka naam tha jismein main kaam kar raha tha, Maine Pyaar Kiya nahi tha uska naam. Woh jab band ho gayi. Hume 1 saal ki mehanat ke baad pata chala ki woh picture nahi banane waali hai. Main ek din office gaya toh maine ek bahut bada poster dekha Maine Pyaar Kiya ka jismein pehli baar maine naya hero aur heroine dekhi. (The movie I was doing was Sawan Jhoom Utha, and not Maine Pyaar Kiya. That was canned. After working hard for a year, we learned the film was not …

Amaal Malik’s dad was Maine Pyaar Kiya original hero, was replaced by Salman Khan: ‘No one told him’ | Bollywood News

Amaal Malik’s dad was Maine Pyaar Kiya original hero, was replaced by Salman Khan: ‘No one told him’ | Bollywood News

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3 min readNew DelhiApr 20, 2026 02:30 PM IST Music composer Amaal Malik has also been quite open about his family’s financial struggles and his father-music director Daboo Malik’s career setbacks. Even during his stint in Bigg Boss 19, hosted by Salman Khan, Amaal never minced his words while speaking about the Malik family’s desire to succeed independently. In a recent interview, he revealed that his father Daboo had once shot two schedules of Sooraj Barjatya’s Maine Pyaar Kiya (1989), but was replaced by Salman without any information. He also shared how his dad wasn’t able to afford basic necessities for Amaal, when he was an infant. During a conversation with Filmfare, the singer shared, “My dad was lost, when he was around 34-35. I have seen him sitting in a chair – baffled, confused, thinking what to do next. He tried acting – he shot for first two schedules of Maine Pyaar Kiya, as the hero. The first time Sooraj Barjatya’s father asked him to start shooting and learn the process, because the story …

Bhagyashree slams ‘intimacy that makes you squirm’ in modern films, calls it unnecessary: ‘Stories can be bold without…’

Bhagyashree slams ‘intimacy that makes you squirm’ in modern films, calls it unnecessary: ‘Stories can be bold without…’

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Actor Bhagyashree made her grand Bollywood debut alongside Salman Khan in Maine Pyaar Kiya and rose to fame overnight. However, she went on to star in only a few films before quitting the industry to focus on her personal life. In a recent interview with Variety India, Bhagyashree spoke about the contrast between the 90s and today’s cinema, calling out what she described as the unnecessary need to show intimacy in films today. Bhagyashree talks about changes in 90s and today’s cinema. (Photo:Rajesh Kumar/HT) Bhagyashree talks about unnecessary intimacy in today’s movies When asked what changes in today’s cinema she appreciates and dislikes, Bhagyashree said, “Cinema reflects society. In the 90s, it was the only entertainment, the only outing that gave a family the chance to spend time together. Today, families have become nuclear, people are more individualistic, and mediums of creative art have become multifold. The choices, therefore, are many too.” She added, “However, it has become impossible to please every type of audience. Films have split into cliques, genres, indie, art films, etc. …

Salman Khan was only family at Bhagyashree’s wedding: ‘My parents refused to come, I kept waiting’ | Bollywood News

Salman Khan was only family at Bhagyashree’s wedding: ‘My parents refused to come, I kept waiting’ | Bollywood News

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Maine Pyaar Kiya star Bhagyashree faced several challenges during her marriage with husband Himalaya Dassani, back in 1989. The actor, who had become a national crush after appearing in her debut opposite Salman Khan, chose to quit the industry and tie the knot with her school-time boyfriend. However, her relationship wasn’t accepted by her parents, because of which she had a wedding where none of her family members were present. However, her film’s co-star Salman Khan and director Sooraj Barjatya supported her during the tough time. In a recent interview, Bhagyashree opened up about the upsetting moment when she agreed with her parents’ conditions, but eventually left home, without their blessings, to marry the love of her life. During a conversation with Hauterrfly, she shared, “My parents told me that until you don’t meet more boys, or experience the real world, it’s not wise to take the big step of marriage, and that you are very young right now. We broke up. At that time, my father told me that I should break up in …

Bhagyashree Birthday: When Salman Khan’s Maine Pyar Kiya co-star termed their bond as ‘special’; ‘He called me…’

Bhagyashree Birthday: When Salman Khan’s Maine Pyar Kiya co-star termed their bond as ‘special’; ‘He called me…’

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Celebrated actress Bhagyashree, the Maharashtrian beauty who won hearts with her iconic role opposite Salman Khan in Maine Pyaar Kiya, turns 56 today (February 22). On her special day, let’s revisit the moment she fondly described her connection with Salman as truly ‘special’. Salman Khan and Bhagyashree reunited after over three decades for a memorable scene in Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan. Earlier, in a candid chat with South First, she said, “Salman Khan called me to ask if I could be part of Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan. That’s not all. He also called my husband Himalay and son Abhimanyu, too. Everyone in the family was like, ‘Salman Khan is calling’.” The actress revealed how the superstar personally reached out to each of them, making direct calls instead of going through intermediaries. This thoughtful gesture highlighted the deep-rooted friendship they share, an offer she couldn’t refuse. She said, “The friendship we share is special, and there was no question of saying no to him.” Now a certified nutritionist and wellness advocate, Bhagyashree …

Sooraj Barjatya recalls making heroines cry, calls himself selfish director: ‘I shouted and yelled at Bhagyashree’ | Bollywood

Sooraj Barjatya recalls making heroines cry, calls himself selfish director: ‘I shouted and yelled at Bhagyashree’ | Bollywood

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Sooraj Barjatya has finally made his OTT debut with the romantic drama series Bada Naam Karenge. The filmmaker, who is busy promoting his series, recently called himself a ‘selfish director’ and recalled making heroines cry during the early days of his career, in an interview with Komal Nahta on his YouTube channel Game Changers. Sooraj Barjatya recalls making heroines cry during the initial days of his career. (Also Read: Salman Khan works very hard on his roles as an actor, says Sooraj Barjatya: ‘He connects to the ordinary man’) Sooraj Barjatya on making Bhagyashree cry During the conversation, when the host asked if he ever got angry in real life, Sooraj recalled how he used to be rude at the beginning of his career and said, “When I started my career, I made a lot of heroines cry. You can ask Bhagyashree. I used to yell and shout. Over time, I realised that work happens where there is love and calmness. But I prepare a lot. I read my narrations to myself at least 200 …

Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara to Vivah; Top 10 Bollywood films with most satisfying ending

Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara to Vivah; Top 10 Bollywood films with most satisfying ending

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Meenakshi Sheshadri, Anu Aggarwal, and Mamta Kulkarni were among the many popular actresses who left an indelible impact on the big screen with their incredible performances. However, there’s one actress who won several hearts with her exceptional dancing skills, only to quit Bollywood, and leave fans shocked. Can you guess who it is? Urmila Matondkar set the screens on fire with her sensual dance in Haye Rama Ye Kya Hua. She has been part of films like Masoom, Judaai, Satya, Rangeela, Bhoot, Kaun, Jungle, Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya and many more. Urmila is a versatile actress and was one of the top actresses in Bollywood. She made her acting debut as a child actress in the 1977 film, Karam, but gained wide recognition with the film, Masoom. She played the role of lead actress in the Malayalam film, Chanakyan which became a commercial success. She became an overnight star with Ram Gopal Varma’s film, Rangeela. Urmila starred in back-to-back blockbuster films and became a top diva in 90s. She even started charging more fees than …

Upasana Singh recalls being replaced with Bhagyashree in Salman Khan’s Maine Pyaar Kiya: ‘Was dropped because…’ | Bollywood

Upasana Singh recalls being replaced with Bhagyashree in Salman Khan’s Maine Pyaar Kiya: ‘Was dropped because…’ | Bollywood

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Sooraj Barjatya‘s Maine Pyaar Kiya marked Bhagyashree’s debut in Bollywood and was the second film of Salman Khan. In a recent interview with Siddharth Kanan, Upasana Singh revealed that she was the first choice for the lead role, but she was dropped from the film because of her height. Upasana Singh recalls being rejected for Bhagyashree’s role in Maine Pyaar Kiya. (Also Read: Upasana Singh says she left Kapil Sharma’s show because she didn’t enjoy it: ‘Paise bahot acche de rahe the’) Upasana Singh recalls Sooraj Barjatya selecting her for lead role in Maine Pyaar Kiya Upasana recalled meeting Sooraj Barjatya, the director of Maine Pyaar Kiya, after arriving in Mumbai. The filmmaker expressed confidence in her selection after her audition for the role of Suman. “He told me everything about the film, my role, and said I was okay from his side but asked me to just come and meet his father,” she shared. The filmmaker later introduced her to his father, Raj Kumar Barjatya, and then things took a different turn. Raj Kumar …

35 years of Maine Pyaar Kiya: Bhagyashree, Mohnish Bahl recount fond memories

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Aug 23, 2024 06:03 PM IST As Maine Pyar Kiya re-releases on the big screen 35 years, we talk to actors Bhagyashree and Mohnish Bahl going down memory lane and revisit the film’s trivia. Dosti ka ek usool hai madam — no sorry, no thank you’. Salman Khan’s iconic line from Maine Pyar Kiya still rules hearts, and as the Sooraj Barjatya directorial re-releases on the big screen 35 years after first conquering hearts, we talk to actors Bhagyashree and Mohnish Bahl going down memory lane. Salman and Bhagyashree in Maine Pyaar Kiya Bhagyashree’s version When the film’s intense love anthem, SP Balasubrahmanyam’s Mere Rang Mein Rangne Wali, was being shot, the film’s leading lady was facing a complete contrast in her real life. “We were shooting the most romantic song of the film, and it’s uncanny that I was going through so much stress at that time because my parents were against my marriage. After every shot, I would just burst into tears, and Salman and Sooraj ji would try to calm me down,” …