‘Parineeta’: Vidya Balan auditioned 75 times before landing the role of Lalita; Aishwarya Rai was the FIRST choice for it

Parineeta is re-releasing in cinemas. The film celebrates its 20th anniversary. It also marks Vidya Balan’s debut. Vidhu Vinod Chopra initially wanted Aishwarya Rai for the lead. Director Pradeep Sarkar chose Vidya Balan. Vidya auditioned 75 times before landing the role. Vidya Balan expresses her gratitude for the film. She acknowledges its impact on her career.