Deepika Padukone has chosen Shuddhi over Bajirao Mastani, claim sources. She has apparently allotted bulk dates to it. "The dates Bhansali wanted from Deepika have been allotted to Karan Johar's 'Shuddhi'. This is why the actress is not in a position to play Mastani in the former's film," a source is quoted as saying by a tabloid.
There was also a buzz that Bhansali is keen to have Ranveer Singh in the movie, but that's also uncertain.
Now, it's heard that Kareena Kapoor is keen on doing Bhansali's film, and Bajirao might be played by Ajay Devgn. Talks are already on with Priyanka Chopra to play Bajirao's wife, Kashibai.
Shuddhi is slated to go on the floors by the end of this year, while Bajirao Mastani is expected to roll early next year.
Moreover, Sanjay Leela Bhansali is said to be upset by the Shuddhi makers for casting his dream lead in their film.
BTW, it's been unprecedented in Bollywood that two much-delayed films with uncertain star casts have hogged so much attention.
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