Kajol refused to play a rape victim in ‘Dushman’, Pooja Bhatt promised her to use body double: ‘As an actor, you feel all those things’

Kajol initially declined the role in ‘Dushman’ due to the rape scene, fearing the emotional impact. Producers Pooja Bhatt and director Tanuja Chandra convinced her by assuring the use of a body double and prioritizing her comfort. The film, co-starring Sanjay Dutt, received critical acclaim, and its music remains popular.