Difficult to refuse Sujoy Ghosh: Vidya Balan

Vidya says that after the success of The Dirty Picture, a story inspired by the life of Silk Smitha, she was offered biopics almost every week.

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By (IANS)

Published: Tue 24 Jun 2014, 10:26 AM

Last updated: Fri 3 Apr 2015, 8:09 PM

Vidya Balan, who gave a stellar performance in Sujoy Ghosh’s Kahaani, says it was tough for her to say no to the director for his new film Durga Rani Singh.

“I am a little sad I couldn’t work in this project because we made Kahaani together and we were like the parents of Kahaani. It was a very difficult decision for me to say no (to Durga Rani Singh), but I was not keeping well so I couldn’t do it. I had no option,” said the National Award-winning actress.

After Vidya turned down the offer, Kangana Ranaut was approached for the lead role in Ghosh’s film. But even she refused it. Now the director is reportedly on the lookout for an apt leading lady for his film.

Vidya says that after the success of The Dirty Picture, a story inspired by the life of Silk Smitha, she was offered biopics almost every week.

“I have been offered many biopics. Three offers have come my way, but I have not accepted anything,” said the 36-year-old.

Meanwhile, Vidya, who is currently promoting her film Bobby Jasoos, is all praise for the movie’s producer Dia Mirza.

“She is great with taking care of the unit. We completed the film in 50 days and no one ever cribbed about their work. Dia managed the work beautifully and respects the unit,” Vidya said.

(IANS)

Published: Tue 24 Jun 2014, 10:26 AM

Last updated: Fri 3 Apr 2015, 8:09 PM

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