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This film of Amitabh Bachchan was a blockbuster but the first choice for female lead was Rekha. Find who replaced her and why

In the glitzy and glamorous world of Bollywood, it’s the success and box office hit of a film that makes it to the spotlight. However, what happens behind the surface, the backstory, is a lot more than what meets the eye. One such similar tale is of a blockbuster film of Amitabh Bachchan that was released in the year 1982. While the film earned major success and the pairing of the leads was widely hailed and appreciated, the original casting had a different actress in the lead initially.

Satte Pe Satta: A Blockbuster Hit

The film that we are talking about is none other than Satte Pe Satta. Released in 1982, this film was one of the biggest blockbusters of that year. Made on a humble budget of Rs 2.18 crore, it earned Rs 7 lakh on its first day and slowly picked up the pace by ultimately collecting Rs 4 crore at the box office. This film turned out to be the highest-grossing film of the year.

However, what many people don’t know is that Hema Malini was pregnant with Esha Deol during the shoot of this film. Initially, she was reluctant to do the role; however, it was only after Amitabh’s request that she agreed to play the part. She finally signed up for the role and became Amitabh’s co-star. Even in the Pariyon Ka Mela Hai, her styling was done cleverly to hide her baby bump.

Who Was The First Choice As the female lead before Hema Malini?

Adding to the intrigue, it wasn’t Hema Malini but Rekha who had the first choice for the female lead role opposite Amitabh. However, for some unknown reason, Rekha had to step away from the project, and Hema Malini stepped into her shoes and came on board. Besides that, Praveen Babi was also signed up for a role, but due to health conditions, she couldn’t make it to the film.

The plot of Satte Pe Satte revolved around seven unruly brothers and their transformation. The film’s story struck a chord with the audience and made a record with its massive box office collection.