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Not Rekha, Smita Patil was the first choice for Umrao Jaan

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Muzaffar Ali's timeless classic, Umrao Jaan, returns to theaters, prompting the director to reveal surprising behind-the-scenes stories. Ali disclosed that Rekha, though iconic in the role, wasn't his initial choice. He emphasized that while audience reach matters, a film's true strength lies in its passion and beauty, questioning the obsession with first-week earnings over lasting impact.

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