Shilpa Shetty to Aishwarya Rai: 6 Actresses who turned down films with Akshay Kumar

Nancy TiwariPublished : Jun 11, 2025 3:20 PM

Several top actresses, including Shilpa Shetty and Aishwarya Rai, have turned down films with Akshay Kumar due to scheduling conflicts, creative issues, or personal preferences. Here's why.

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Shilpa Shetty

Akshay Kumar and Shilpa Shetty were once in a relationship. However, after their sudden breakup, Shilpa reportedly chose not to work with him in future projects, citing personal reasons and emotional discomfort.

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Raveena Tandon

Raveena Tandon is also on this list. She also never worked with Akshay Kumar after their breakup.

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Aishwarya Rai

Aishwarya Rai was reportedly approached for the lead role in Bhool Bhulaiyaa but turned it down, and the role eventually went to Vidya Balan.

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Kangana Ranaut

Kangana Ranaut refused to work in Akshay Kumar's films like 'Airlift' and 'Rustom'.

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Disha Patani

Akshay Kumar's superhit film 'Mission Mangal' was offered to Disha Patani, but she rejected it.

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Katrina Kaif

Katrina Kaif was offered Akshay Kumar's film 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa', but she refused to work in it.

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