Varun Dhawan reveals he and Kangana Ranaut were the original choices for Andhadhun, a film later starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Tabu.
Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan has made a surprising revelation about the 2018 thriller Andhadhun, stating that he and Kangana Ranaut were originally considered for the lead roles in the critically acclaimed film.
The revelation has sparked fresh discussion among cinema lovers, as Andhadhun eventually starred Ayushmann Khurrana, Tabu, and Radhika Apte and went on to become one of the most celebrated thrillers in Indian cinema.
Varun Dhawan’s revelation on casting of Andhadhun
During a recent appearance on comedian Tanmay Bhat’s YouTube reaction show, Varun Dhawan spoke about films he regrets not doing. While discussing Andhadhun, he revealed that he was initially approached for the project but could not commit due to prior work commitments.
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Varun Dhawan revealed that he and Kangana were the original choices for Sriram’s #Andhadhun pic.twitter.com/LHRvkXCWBW
— Kangana Ranaut Daily (@KanganaDaily) June 7, 2026
Varun further added that the original casting plan reportedly included him and Kangana Ranaut in the lead roles, marking the first time this combination has been publicly mentioned in connection with the film.
Which roles were originally planned remains unclear
While Varun Dhawan confirmed the initial casting discussions, it remains unclear whether Kangana Ranaut was being considered for the role eventually played by Tabu or Radhika Apte. The filmmakers have not officially commented on these early casting plans.
About Andhadhun
Directed by Sriram Raghavan, Andhadhun is a black comedy thriller that follows the story of a pianist who pretends to be visually impaired. His life takes a dramatic turn when he unintentionally witnesses a crime involving a dead body and gets caught in a dangerous web of deception.
The film’s unpredictable narrative and shocking climax made it one of the most talked-about films in Indian cinema history, earning both critical acclaim and national awards.
Varun Dhawan and Kangana Ranaut’s recent work
On the professional front, Varun Dhawan was recently seen in Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, which opened to moderate box office performance. Meanwhile, Kangana Ranaut is currently busy promoting her upcoming project Bharat Bhhagya Vidhaata.
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