Rani Mukerji and Akshay Kumar never shared screen space: here’s why

Bollywood actors Rani Mukerji and Akshay Kumar, despite their long and successful careers, have never shared screen space.
Rani Mukerji reportedly declined roles in two major films, 'Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi' (1996) and 'Sangharsh' (1999), both featuring Akshay Kumar early in his career.
According to a report in Lehren, Rani was reluctant to share screen space with Akshay as he was then a newcomer.
This decision has contributed to the unique fact that in Akshay's 32-year career and Rani's 27-year career, the two have never appeared together in a movie or even a single scene.
This is particularly notable given their simultaneous stardom throughout the 2000s, a period when both were major Bollywood stars.
Their absence together on screen remains a curious aspect of their filmographies, despite numerous opportunities.
The early career dynamics and Rani's choices highlight how industry perceptions and personal decisions can shape cinematic collaborations.
This story sheds light on the behind-the-scenes factors influencing Bollywood casting and star pairings.

Despite overlapping careers spanning over two decades, Bollywood stars Rani Mukerji and Akshay Kumar have never shared screen space. Rani reportedly declined roles in 'Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi' (1996) and 'Sangharsh' (1999) due to Akshay's newcomer status, explaining their absence together on screen.