Rejected to Lead: The Shocking Journey of 'Rubab' Film's Stars

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Rejected to Lead: The Shocking Journey of 'Rubab' Film's Stars
- •Sambhaji Sasane and Sheetal Patil, stars of the upcoming film 'Rubab', were initially rejected for their roles.
- •Sambhaji was told he didn't have the 'face' they were looking for, only to be called back weeks later for the lead.
- •Sheetal believed her audition was a 'flop' and had given up hope, but was later considered for the main role.
- •Director Shekhar Rankhambe and producer Sanjay Zhankar revealed that despite initial rejections, the actors possessed the required 'rubab' and proved themselves in workshops.
- •Presented by Zee Studios, 'Rubab' is a story of love, self-respect, and Marathi swag, set to release on February 6, 2026.
Why It Matters: Despite initial rejections, Sambhaji Sasane and Sheetal Patil landed lead roles in 'Rubab' due to their inherent charisma.
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