MUMBAI: The Zee TV show ‘Bhagya Lakshmi chronicles the story of how Lakshmi's life takes an unexpected turn once she marries a successful businessman named Rishi Oberoi. Despite this, she still feels deceived when she learns the truth about her marriage.

The show stars Rohit Suchanti and Aishwarya Khare in the lead roles. Aman Gandhi, Munira Kudrati, Smita Bansal, and other actors are also featured in the show, who make up a great ensemble cast.

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Rohit Suchanti, who plays the role of Rishi Oberoi, is highly appreciated for his acting skills. His chemistry with co-star Aishwarya Khare is one of the main USPs of the show!

But did you know that he was not the first choice for the role and that many actors had passed on this role before it was offered to Rohit Suchanti. Check out the list of actors here:

Arjun Bijalni:  As per reports, the show was offered to Arjun but he had already given his commitment to Khatron Ke Khiladi.
Siddharth Shukla: If reports are to be believed then, the role was also offered to the late Siddharth Shukla, but he could take it up because of his multiple commitments.

Sharad Malhotra: Reports also suggest that the show was offered to Sharad as well, but he did not take it up because he did not find the character that attractive.

Pearl V Puri: Another role that Pearl V Puri passed on because of difficult situations that were happening in his personal life.

Finally, it was offered to Rohit Suchanti who took up the role and has been loved by the audiences. The show is getting really good TRPs and has been getting a lot of love from the fans.

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