Ishq Vishk Rebound: Ramesh Turani Opens Up On Casting Pashmina Roshan, Says 'Merit Over...'

In the upcoming reboot of the 2003 hit "Ishq Vishk," producer Ramesh Taurani is set to reintroduce audiences to the charm of young love with "Ishq Vishk Rebound." The film is directed by Nipun Dharmadhikari. Among the ensemble cast, one name stands out – Pashmina Roshan, daughter of composer Rajesh Roshan and cousin of Hrithik Roshan. Ramesh emphasizes that Pashmina earned her role solely on talent.

Audition Process and Merit

"We had no idea who she was," admits Ramesh, recounting the audition process. "Pashmina was one of the 15 girls we shortlisted. When we started doing her contracts, we found out she is a Roshan. I had worked extensively with her father Rajesh Roshan, but he never called, asking me to consider her. Neither did Hrithik, who has a rapport with me. Merit matters more than anything in this industry, whether you're an outsider or a nepo kid."

Comparison with Original Cast

The original 'Ishq Vishk' launched the careers of Shahid Kapoor, Amrita Rao, and Shenaz Treasurywala. Ramesh points out that the reboot follows the same principle of introducing new talent. "We wanted newcomers. Rohit Saraf has tasted fame, but this will launch him as a mainstream hero. We had five rounds of auditions and chose them," he said.

Anticipation and Perseverance

As anticipation builds for the release of "Ishq Vishk Rebound," all eyes are on Pashmina Roshan. Her journey from audition rooms to the silver screen symbolizes the essence of perseverance and passion. The cast also includes Rohit Saraf, Jibraan Khan, and Naila Grewal, who are expected to bring fresh energy to the film.