Deepika Padukone Loses 'Vijay 58' To Hansika Motwani

Deepika Padukone's wish to conquer the Kollywood got a big blow with the actress drawing huge criticisim for her role in her debut Tamil movie Kochadaiiyaan starring Rajinikanth. Now, the Bollywood actress seems to probably have missed an opportunity to regain the lost ground as she has turned down Illayathalapathy Vijay's next movie, which is presently called as 'Vijay 58', with Chimbudevan. Well, her place has now been filled by Hansika Motwani.

Big Names Considered
Looking at her enthusiasm to make it big in Kollywood, director Chimbudevan had approached Deepika Padukone to play the main female lead in the forthcoming fantasy project. The talks were on and the Bollywood actress had taken her own time to tell her decision. In the end, she could not take up the film and she has reportedly cited her other commitments for turning down the offer. Before approaching her, the movie bosses had offered the Tamil film to Priyanka Chopra and a few other big names.

Hansika Motwani Steps Into Deepika's Shoes
The movie bosses wanted to cast a big name from the Bollywood. But they could not find one for some reasons. Finally, they decided to rope in a popular actress from South. Continue reading the story...

Hansika Grabs Opportunity With Both Hands

The buzz says that Hansika Motwani has sealed the deal. A popular producer pushed the bubbly girl's name.

Shruti Hassan

It may be recalled that Shruti Hassan was also considered for the female lead role. But she also could not take up the movie.

Hansika-Vijay

Hansika Motwani and Vijay had earlier worked in Velayudham. Their chemistry had worked well in the Jayam Raja directorial movie.

Sridevi

However, the forthcoming movie directed by Chimbudevan has big names in the cast. Yesteryear actress Sridevi is playing an important role in the film.

Sudeep

Kannada superstar Kiccha Sudeep is playing an important role in the movie. Other details are yet to be revealed.