Did You Know? Fahadh Faasil Wasn’t the First Choice for His Role in ‘Pushpa’ – Nara Rohit Opens Up
Director Sukumar’s Pushpa franchise was a smash hit at the box office.

Director Sukumar’s Pushpa franchise was a smash hit at the box office. The Pushpa films featured Stylish Star Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil—performances that are still etched in people’s minds.
It’s hard to imagine anyone else playing the roles of Allu Arjun, Rashmika, or Fahadh. Do you agree with us? Most people would say, “Yes.”
But did you know this? Fahadh Faasil was not the first choice to play the role of Bhanwar Singh Shekawat. Yes, what you read is right.
Tollywood actor Nara Rohit was originally approached for Fahadh’s role in Pushpa. He confirmed it, saying, “I posted some pictures with a moustache during the Covid-19 pandemic. Producer Ravi Shankar garu spoke to me first, as did Sukumar garu. Then the scope of the film changed, and they wanted Fahadh. But initially, they did speak to me.”
He added, “I don’t know if I could have played the character like he did. Maybe, if I were on that set, I could have vibed and done it. But after seeing Fahadh, I was like, okay—that was terrific, actually.”
Nara Rohith will next be seen in Bhairavam, which is scheduled to release in theatres on May 30. The film also features Manchu Manoj and Bellamkonda Srinivas.