MUMBAI: Shaurya Aur Anokhi Ki Kahani is one of the most loved and successful shows on television, and the story keeps the audiences hooked.

The show is produced under the banner of DJ's A Creative Unit and airs on Star Plus. The show stars Debattama Saha and Karanvir Sharma.

The audiences love to watch the love story between Anokhi and Shaurya, and the twists and turns in their life are quite interesting.

The character of Shaurya is a strong character and he can do anything for his family. As a character, he sets major family goals.

But did you know that before the makers finalized Karanvir Sharma, it was offered to a few actors who refused the role?

Here is the list of actors who refused the role of Shaurya.

1. Siddhant Karnick

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Siddarth is a well-known actor of television. He is best known for his performance in serials like Maahi Way and Ek Tha Raja Ek Thi Rani. He too was offered the role of Shaurya but declined it as he didn’t like the story of the serial.

2. Sarrtaj Gill

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Sartaj Gill is best known for portraying Priyom Thakur in Begusara. He too was offered the role of Shaurya and was interested in the role. He gave an audition for it, but the makers thought he didn’t fit the bill, and hence, things didn’t work out.

3. Ravi Bhatia

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Ravi is a popular actor on television and is best known for his character as Salim in Jodha Akbar. He too was offered the role but he had demanded a high fee, and hence things didn’t work out between him and the makers.

4. Manish Goplani

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Manish is best known for his performance as Bihaan Pandey and Aryan Khanna in Thapki Pyaar Ki. He too was offered the show but he refused the offer as he was busy with some other commitments.

Well, in the end, the role was bagged by Karanvir Sharma, and fans feel he is the perfect choice for the role and no one could do justice to Shaurya the way he does.

Who else do you think would have suited the role? Do let us know in the comments below.

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