Yami Gautam has steadily built a reputation as one of Indian cinema’s most dependable performers, known for choosing roles that are both impactful and unconventional. Her performance in Article 370 not only earned her widespread acclaim but also cemented her place as a standout talent in 2024. In a recent interview with Baradwaj Rangan, Yami shared an unexpected behind-the-scenes moment from the film, revealing that someone on the team initially doubted her casting, a doubt she ultimately silenced with her powerful performance.
Yami Gautam reveals she wasn’t the first choice for Article 370: “They wanted a bigger female actor for box office”
Yami recalled, saying, “Someone very important from the team suggested casting a bigger female actor in Article 370 just for the box office. They had also suggested casting a male actor, as they felt I wouldn’t be able to get the box office numbers despite being a good actor. However, Aditya and Lokesh were like, ‘Let’s approach another actor,’ as they didn’t want to be accused of favouring a person from the family. The things didn’t materialise there, and the role eventually came back to me. I read the script and liked it. I didn’t know how I would do this, but I had decided to give my everything to play this character.”
Yami further revealed how she managed to change their views with her powerful performance in Article 370, adding, “When the film was screened for the people associated with it. They liked my performance and said that I was the best choice for the role. The film did well. It is just about the conviction of one of two people that takes things to change around you. You need that one person to inspire change within you.”
Speaking of the professional front, Yami, fresh off her stellar performance in Dhoom Dhaam, is gearing up for another powerful role. As per reports, she will soon collaborate with Suparn Varma on a hard-hitting film inspired by the real-life story of Shah Bano.
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