The interval drama Azaad launched the careers of two starkids — Ajay Devgn’s nephew, Aaman Devgan, and Raveena Tandon’s daughter, Rasha Thadani. Not too long ago, actor Siddharth Nigam, who has predominantly labored in tv, revealed that he was initially thought of for the lead function in Azaad however was ultimately changed by Aaman. He additionally shared how he was not knowledgeable in regards to the change in casting.
Talking to On the spot Bollywood, Siddharth’s mom, Vibha Nigam, recalled the method. “I took him alongside for the assembly. The complete script was narrated, and we waited for a 12 months. I used to be comfortable as a result of the movie was good, and Siddharth would have had a robust launch in Bollywood. I actually liked the script.”
Vibha shared that even after ready for a 12 months, they have been caught off guard after they got here throughout Azaad’s poster that includes Aaman. She mentioned, “However out of the blue, after two years, Siddharth confirmed me the poster of Azaad and mentioned, ‘Mum, this has been launched, and these are the individuals within the movie.’ Then we noticed that the movie starred Ajay Devgn’s nephew and Rasha. For the primary time in my life, I felt unhealthy. When issues like this occur, as a mom, it hurts. Then I realised each of them have been star children, and that made all of the distinction,” she added.
Siddharth admitted that he had pinned his hopes on the mission but in addition acknowledged the character of the movie enterprise. He mentioned, “There’s nobody accountable. That is the enterprise trade, so there’s no level in asking why they did it — they should have had their very own causes. It’s extra of a private realisation and ache. You get your hopes up pondering one thing would possibly work out. We look ahead to a whole 12 months, after which we see the teaser. So after watching it, we simply thought, ‘Oh, okay. Let’s transfer on.’”
Azad was an enormous flop on the field workplace. Nevertheless, Rasha acquired widespread popularity of her dance efficiency within the tune “Uyi Amma.” The movie additionally starred Ajay Devgn and Diana Penty in key roles.