The Casting Secret Behind Malliswari Finally Revealed

Director K. Vijayabhaskar, known for delivering several memorable Telugu films, recently shared an interesting story behind casting Katrina Kaif in the blockbuster Malliswari. Starring Venkatesh and Katrina Kaif, the film became a major success and played a key role in introducing Katrina to Telugu audiences. Speaking in a recent interview, Vijayabhaskar revealed that the heroine’s role was extremely important because the character was written as a princess who needed to look graceful and royal on screen.

He stated that many members of the team initially suggested Sonali Bendre for the role, believing her beauty and screen presence perfectly suited the character. However, Vijayabhaskar wanted a fresh face who could give audiences the feeling of seeing a real princess. After considering several options, the team finally selected Katrina Kaif. The decision proved successful, as Malliswari became one of the most loved films of its time and helped Katrina gain recognition in the Telugu film industry.