Bollywood star Aamir Khan has revealed how television actress Sakshi Tanwar landed her role in the 2016 sports drama Dangal through an unexpected casting decision influenced by his mother. Aamir Khan Productions released footage showing the actor explaining that he suggested Tanwar after other performers had auditioned for the part of Daya Kaur, wife of wrestler Mahavir Singh Phogat. His mother's fondness for Tanwar's television performances prompted him to recommend the actress to director Nitesh Tiwari.
Tanwar expressed disbelief when first learning about the casting choice, questioning whether the pairing would work on screen. Khan personally welcomed her to the production. He later commended her ability to grasp direction quickly and deliver scenes in single takes, attributing her success to both technical skill and emotional commitment. The actor described their on-screen rapport as emerging organically, comparing it to puzzle pieces fitting together naturally.
The biographical film achieved massive commercial success globally and received strong reviews for its acting and narrative. Tanwar concluded by expressing gratitude for joining the project, suggesting that fortunate timing brought her into the production.
Tanwar expressed disbelief when first learning about the casting choice, questioning whether the pairing would work on screen. Khan personally welcomed her to the production. He later commended her ability to grasp direction quickly and deliver scenes in single takes, attributing her success to both technical skill and emotional commitment. The actor described their on-screen rapport as emerging organically, comparing it to puzzle pieces fitting together naturally.
The biographical film achieved massive commercial success globally and received strong reviews for its acting and narrative. Tanwar concluded by expressing gratitude for joining the project, suggesting that fortunate timing brought her into the production.
