When Dilip Kumar refused to cast Saira Banu in ‘Ram Aur Shyam’ because she lacked seductive appeal; eventually Mumtaz was cast: ‘She was too delicate and innocent’

Dilip Kumar, in his memoir, shared an instance where he refused to cast Saira Banu in 'Ram Aur Shyam' due to her delicate appearance not fitting the role's requirements. This decision ultimately led to Mumtaz being cast, but Dilip Kumar faced brickbats from Saira because of it.

When Dilip Kumar refused to cast Saira Banu in ‘Ram Aur Shyam’ because she lacked seductive appeal; eventually Mumtaz was cast: ‘She was too delicate and innocent’
Dilip Kumar, in his memoir, shared an instance where he refused to cast Saira Banu in 'Ram Aur Shyam' due to her delicate appearance not fitting the role's requirements. This decision ultimately led to Mumtaz being cast, but Dilip Kumar faced brickbats from Saira because of it.