India, June 19 -- Before Bhagyashree became the face of Maine Pyar Kiya and won hearts opposite Salman Khan, actor Upasana Singh has claimed that she was apparently set to headline the film. The actor has revealed now shared the reason behind the unexpected turn of events, which made her feel really bad.

Upasana recalled giving an audition for Maine Pyar Kiya with the film's director Sooraj Barjatya in a video for Galatta India, which was posted on YouTube.

Looking back, Upasana said, "I was studying in Chandigarh at that time and my aunt used to stay in Chembur. I always used to say that I want to be a heroine. So, whenever I used to come to Mumbai, I used to meet all these directors and producers. So, once I came and met Gupta ji (who...