Did you know before Manoj Bajpayee that this famous actor from South Africa was planned to star in 'Family Man'?
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Manoj Bajpayee delivered a stellar performance as officer Srikant Tiwari in 'The Family Man', a role initially envisioned for megastar Chiranjeevi by creators Raj and DK. However, Chiranjeevi had reservations, prompting the creators to consider adjustments, even contemplating removing the character's kids. With Chiranjeevi's unavailability after his film Khaidi No. 150, Manoj Bajpayee stepped in, ultimately leaving an indelible mark on the character. The success of the first two seasons has paved the way for the show's highly anticipated third season.
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