In a recent interview, Bollywood actor Govinda said that he was offered a role in James Cameron’s Avatar, but he had to turn it down.
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He even suggested the name of the movie.
And that it will take at least 7 years to make.
And that it will be a super-hit.
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All of those predictions came true and Govinda – like any humble artist – mentions it only when asked.
Talking to Rajat Sharma in an episode of Aap Ki Adalat, Govinda said:
Maine keh diya tha uss (Cameron) se ki ye picture bohot chalne waali hai. Maine bola tumhari film 7 saal nahin ban payegi toh wo bohot gussa ho gaya mujhse. Wo bola aisa kaise keh sakte ho tum?
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He also explained why he turned down the role.
Main jiss type ka aadmi hun, tum 410 din mujhe colour karoge body mein. Maine kaha mujhse nahin hoga sorry.
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In the end, it all boiled down to body paint. Sigh!