Jaya Prada, not Sridevi was first choice for Nagina

We have recently seen the modern Indian Nagin, Mouni Roy who has essayed the role of Nagin in her popular show Nagin'. But if you ask anyone about the ultimate Nagin of Bollywood, people would only say one name. That is none other than, Sridevi.

Yes, she has done couple roles of Nagin in the films like Nagina (1986) and Nigahen (1989). The Mom actress had nailed the show by her solid performances. However, you guys must have not knowing the real story of Sridevi about being an ultimate Nagin of Bollywood.

Jaya Prada Out Sridevi In for Nagina' (1986)

Actress Jaya Prada was offered a role of Icchadhari Nagin Rajni. However, Jaya was scared of to shoot with snakes, thus she rejected the role. But, director Harmesh Malhotra didn't lose his hopes and approached Sridevi for the role. Later what, Sridevi had accepted the role and created a magic on-screen. Her performance was so powerful that people have forgotten old Nagin played by Reena Roy.

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