Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan inches towards ₹1000 crore worldwide, but Nayanthara upset with director Atlee; here's WHY

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₹1000 crore mark worldwide, reports have now stated that Actor Nayanthara is unhappy with Director Atlee. With her performance being appreciated by the fans and critics, a source told Hindustan Times that he is upset with the director as her role was significantly sidelined in the film. Moreover, the source also said that Deepika's character was elevated and was not a cameo at all.

In the film, Deepika Padukone was credited for making a special appearance in the film. She plays the role of Aishwarya, who is the wife of Vikram Rathore and mother of Azad. Her scenes are played out in the flashback.

"She has been very upset with Atlee because her role was chopped in the film. Also, Deepika’s (Padukone) character was elevated and Nayantara’s part was significantly sidelined," a source told HT. “It was not a cameo at all. Jawan was almost made to look like an SRK-Deepika film," the source added.

It is also important to note that Nayanthara was also absent from all the promotional events of Jawan and had also skipped the recent success meet of the film which took place in Mumbai. However, she had also sent a video message for the media and fan. She had said, “Even though I am not there I want to send a big hug to my friends from the media and fans.

Actually truly wish I could be there with you all surrounded by incredible people who supported me throughout my journey. But today is also a special occasion for my family so I wanted to spend with them. I have read all your messages and I have to say it is almost overwhelming to receive so much love for Jawan.