Vidhu Vinod Chopra Reveals How Sanjay Dutt Got Munna Bhai Despite Ban, Shares Ambition to Use Amitabh Bachchan’s Vanity Van

Vidhu Vinod Chopra, the acclaimed director of the hit film 12th Fail, has recently opened up about the casting process that led to Sanjay Dutt landing the iconic role of Munna Bhai, despite facing industry backlash. In a candid discussion, Chopra shared his unwavering support for Dutt and his big ambition that left everyone surprised.

Chopra revealed that initially, Shah Rukh Khan was set to play the role of Munna Bhai in the film. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, Chopra decided to cast Sanjay Dutt in the pivotal role. Despite industry skepticism and Dutt’s past legal troubles, Chopra stood by the actor and announced a project to support him during tough times.

The decision to cast Dutt was not without its challenges, as Chopra admitted to having reservations about working with the actor initially. However, fate intervened, and Dutt ended up landing the central role of Munna Bhai, a character that would go on to become iconic in Indian cinema.

In addition to sharing insights into the casting process, Chopra also revealed his biggest ambition during a meeting with Amitabh Bachchan. He humorously recounted how he asked to use Bachchan’s trailer restroom, stating that it was his lifelong dream to pee in the legendary actor’s trailer.

Overall, Chopra’s revelations about the casting of Sanjay Dutt and his amusing anecdote with Amitabh Bachchan have captivated audiences and shed light on the dynamics of the film industry. Stay tuned for more updates on Chopra’s upcoming projects and ambitions.