Why Manisha Koirala nearly turned down Mani Ratnam's Bombay

In the glitzy world of Bollywood, a captivating tale unfolded, testing the resolve of budding star Manisha Koirala and redefining cinematic rules. From her meteoric rise with "Saudagar" to notable roles in "1942: A Love Story" and "Criminal," she stood on the brink of greatness. However, uncertainty loomed when she was offered a role in Mani Ratnam's epic 'Bombay.'