Published 19:05 IST, September 13th 2021

KGF actor Yash rejected a period drama that could have been his Bollywood debut

KGF star Yash was reportedly offered a role in Bollywood film titled Laal Kaptaan that eventually casted Saif Ali Khan. Read on to know more. 

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KGF star Yash is a popular name in South Indian cinema. His Bollywood debut was anticipated by many fans. However, it looks like Kannada actor seems quite happy by doing films in South. However, did you kw that actor was reportedly offered a role in Bollywood film titled Laal Kaptaan that eventually casted Saif Ali Khan? Read on to kw more. 

Yash was offered Laal Kaptaan before Saif Ali Khan

Yash enjoys a massive fan following, especially after his stunning performance in KGF. According to a report by Bollywood Life, 2019's release Laal Kaptaan was initially offered to Yash, however, actor rejected film. actor was offered lead role in film that was eventually portrayed by Sacred Games star Saif Ali Khan. 

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Released in 2019, Laal Kaptaan is a period drama full of action thriller elements that is co-written as well as directed by Navdeep Singh. Backed by Eros International and Aanand L Rai's Colour Yello Productions, film features Saif Ali Khan as a bounty hunter who goes on a killing spree with intention of revenging upon a Subedar, who is also chased by Marathas ever since he double crossed m. film also features Manav Vij, Zoya Hussain and Deepak Dobriyal. Set in late 1700s, film did t perform well at box office.

Furrmore, Lucky star is currently gearing up for release of sequel of KGF franchise. film also stars Sanjay Dutt and Raveena Tandon in essential roles. filmmakers have been postponing KGF release as y hope fans to experience thrill on big screen when atres in every states are fully open and running successfully. 

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film is helmed by Prashanth Neel and Yash can be seen playing lead role of a Mumbai based criminal named Rocky. His character aspires to gain more power after eliminating a prominent gangster Garuda. Dutt will be portraying role of Adheera, co-lead and main antagonist of film. His character's name is mentioned several times in first instalment. 

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19:05 IST, September 13th 2021