Suneel Darshan claims Akshay chose marriage over work, Priyanka affected
Renowned director Suneel Darshan revealed that Akshay Kumar dropped out of the 2005 film Barsaat—despite filming a song with Priyanka Chopra—after his wife Twinkle Khanna discovered a rumored relationship between the two. Darshan called Akshay’s decision “unethical,” noting that he had to recast the role just before principal photography began.
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The Barsaat Saga: From Chemistry to Controversy Akshay and Priyanka: A Hit Pair in Real Life and On-Screen
By early 2000s, Akshay Kumar and Priyanka Chopra established a magnetic on-screen trio in films like Andaaz, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, and Aitraaz. Their chemistry was undeniable, prompting director Suneel Darshan to cast them in Barsaat, where they even filmed an evocative song sequence.
Twinkle’s Objections Lead to Exit
According to Suneel Darshan, when Priyanka returned from an overseas tour, she and Akshay resumed shooting. Shortly after, Twinkle Khanna raised concerns about his continuing collaboration with Priyanka. Facing personal conflict, Akshay reportedly told Darshan that he had to choose between Priyanka or continuing the film—ultimately opting out.
Behind the Headlines: Reality vs Film Sets A Personal Fallout with Professional Consequences
Suneel lamented how personal allegations disrupted professional goodwill. He recalled that Akshay and he had worked on seven successful films together, including Jaanwar and Dosti: Friends Forever—but Barsaat proved to be a turning point. Akshay’s exit reportedly followed rumors and even speculations that Twinkle temporarily left him over the scandal.
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“It Was Unethical,” Says Darshan
The director criticized Akshay’s abrupt withdrawal, calling it “unethical.” He suggested that an actor should separate personal issues from creative commitments and noted that Twinkle, being a former actress, had enough industry perspective to understand the professional setting.
Legacy of a Misfire A Recast for Closure
Following Akshay’s exit, Suneel cast Bobby Deol in his place while retaining Priyanka. The film released in 2005 but lacked the chemistry that Darshan had envisioned—altering the final product significantly.
Further Silence
While neither Akshay nor Priyanka ever publicly commented on the allegations, Priyanka later explained in interviews that she “never wanted to be the bone of contention in someone’s happy life,” seemingly referencing the period.
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