MUST READ: From Sushant Singh Rajput To Urmila Matondkar! Bollywood Celebs Who Could Have Aced The Roles In Indian Version Of Popular Sitcom Friends! (View Pics)
'Friends,' the cherished sitcom that won over millions of viewers and ended more than 19 years ago, is still regarded as one of the best sitcoms of all time. Its warm, funny, and realistic plot, centred on six diverse individuals and their interconnected relationships, connected with audiences all over the world and raised the bar for other sitcoms.
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Fans have been waiting impatiently for Bollywood producers to take a risk and produce a 'Friends'-like TV show. While it may seem like a pipe dream, we have envisioned what it may be like if some of Bollywood's first stars took on the roles of the show's most recognisable characters.
Akshay Kumar as Ross:
Ross Geller's geeky but sweet persona would be perfectly embodied by Akshay Kumar, who is renowned for his charming performances. His distinctive fusion of humour and emotional nuance would inject the part with a vibrant vitality.
Urmila Matondkar as Rachel:
It would be wonderful to see him coupled with Urmila Matondkar once more; she would be the ideal Rachel Green counterpart. Urmila's charismatic personality and capacity for delivering humorous banter would perfectly represent Rachel's persona.
Manisha Koirala as Monica:
Manisha Koirala is the appropriate candidate for the role of Monica Geller because of her versatility and capacity to portray a wide variety of emotions. She gives the character's Type-A personality and perfectionism depth and authenticity.
Ranbir Kapoor as Chandler Bing:
Ranbir Kapoor, on the other hand, would make a mesmerising Chandler Bing, effortlessly fusing humour with vulnerability, thanks to his gift for sarcasm and self-deprecating humour.
Juhi Chawla as Phoebe Buffay:
Juhi Chawla perfectly captures the quirky and eccentric spirit of Phoebe Buffay thanks to her effervescent disposition and contagious enthusiasm.
Sushant Singh Rajput as Joey Tribbiani:
How we wish the late Sushant Singh Rajput could have played Joey Tribbiani easily embodying the smooth-talking ladies' guy with a heart of gold with his exceptional acting skills and inherent charisma.
'Friends' stood out for deviating from normal family dramas and delivering a story that appealed to young adults and crossed generational boundaries. Its portrayal of common hardships, victories, and the complexity of friendships struck a chord with viewers all across the world. Leading cast members of the programme, including Jennifer Aniston, Courtney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, David Schwimmer, Matthew Perry, and Matt LeBlanc, attained international fame and continue to profit greatly from its repeats.
Though a Bollywood adaptation of 'Friends' may only ever be a pipe dream, picturing these Bollywood actors in the roles of the sitcom's recognisable characters will no doubt delight and bring back memories for viewers of both the sitcom and Bollywood films.
