Netizens question Janhvi Kapoor's casting in Sridevi's 'Chaalbaaz' remake
What's the story
Janhvi Kapoor is reportedly in discussions to feature in the remake of her mother Sridevi's classic film Chaalbaaz. The project was originally announced with Shraddha Kapoor, but never came to fruition. Now, as reports suggest Kapoor will take on the lead role, netizens have expressed their dissatisfaction, questioning her ability to match Sridevi's legacy.
Online backlash
'JK doesn't know an ounce of acting'
Reacting to the news of Janhvi's casting, one user wrote, "JK doesn't know an ounce of acting! Please don't ruin it! We can always rewatch in her memory!" Another comment read, "How will they even modernise this story to fit in today's times?" A third netizen wrote, "Janhvi Kapoor is just no match to Sridevi. My earnest request is not to touch that movie."
Role preparation
Here's what we know about Kapoor's involvement in 'Chaalbaaz'
An insider close to the development told Bollywood Hungama, "For Janhvi, Chaalbaaz is a lot more than just a film." "It's an emotion. She has jumped onto the chance of playing the lead role in Chaalbaaz but is treading this with utmost caution." "She is taking opinions from people around her for the Chaalbaaz remake." "She is excited but is also wary of all the comparisons. She is expected to take a call on the Chaalbaaz remake by September end."
Career update
Kapoor has several projects lined up
After the success of Param Sundari, Kapoor has an interesting lineup ahead. She will next be seen in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari with Varun Dhawan, Rohit Saraf, and Sanya Malhotra. The teaser for this film was recently released to positive reviews. She also has the film Peddi alongside Ram Charan in the works.