Throwback Tuesday: Do you know Amitabh Bachchan’s ‘no’ to Kareena Kapoor cost her the role in SLB’s Black? 

It’s fascinating to delve into the intricate dynamics of Bollywood, especially when it involves renowned personalities like Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and the legendary Amitabh Bachchan. The entertainment industry is rife with stories of missed opportunities, personal conflicts, and surprising alliances. Today’s throwback story will take you to the time when Bhansali dropped Kareena to play the lead role in “Black” as Bachan refused to work with her.

Amitabh Bachchan’s refusal to work with Kareena Kapoor Khan reportedly stemmed from familial tensions and past events involving the Kapoor family. The rumored demand made by Babita Kapoor, Kareena and Karisma’s mother, in response to Abhishek Bachchan’s engagement to Karisma Kapoor, is said to have soured relations between the Bachchans and the Kapoors.

The engagement being called off due to the alleged demand further strained relations between the two families, with Amitabh Bachchan reportedly deciding not to work with any member of the Kapoor family. However, over time, familial ties and marriages within the industry led to a thaw in relations between the Bachchans and the Kapoors.

The eventual collaboration between Amitabh Bachchan and Kareena Kapoor Khan in “Satyagraha” showcases how relationships in Bollywood can evolve over time.`