India, Sept. 11 -- What if we tell you that former Miss World turned actor Manushi Chhillar was the first choice for the female lead in Awarapan 2? The 28-year-old actress, who was last seen in Tehran alongside John Abraham that saw a digital release recently, is currently juggling between a couple of projects.

A close source to the project reveals, "Manushi was approached by the makers to play the female lead in the sequel but she didn't take up the project as she is currently in talks for a big film hence the makers considered casting Disha Patani opposite Emraan Hashmi."

When contacted Manushi and her spokesperson, they both remained unavailable for comment.

Director Nitin Kakkar of Filmistaan (2014) and Jawani Jaaneman (2020) fame ...