Aishwarya Rai is an actress who has captivated audiences with her acting talents. Following her victory as Miss World Aishwarya entered the realm of glitz and glamour and established a noteworthy presence. However it might surprise you to learn that she received an offer from Hollywood to star alongside a prominent actor but declined it. Aishwarya Was Offered To Star Opposite… Aishwarya’s performances captured attention not just in Bollywood but also in Hollywood. Reports indicate that she was approached for a role in Mr. and Mrs. Smith alongside Brad Pitt. However the actress turned down the part due to her unease with the intimate scenes. Eventually Angelina Jolie stepped into the role and the film became a massive success grossing Rs 4100 crore. When Aishwarya Rejected Back-To-Back Offers It has been reported that she was also presented with the opportunity to play Briseis in Troy which starred Brad Pitt as Achilles. Nonetheless Aishwarya was unable to dedicate the 6-9 months needed for the shoot due to her existing commitments to Bollywood projects. Brad Pitt later conveyed his regret for missing the opportunity to collaborate with her. Interestingly Aishwarya was also offered two films featuring Oscar-winning actor Will Smith Hancock and Hitch. She passed on the opportunities because of scheduling issues and the roles ultimately went to Charlize Theron and Eva Mendes respectively. Even after declining these significant roles Aishwarya became one of the most beloved actors in the industry. She also took part in several Hollywood films including Bride and Prejudice and The Pink Panther 2. More About Aishwarya Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has recently been in spotlight due to her breathtaking appearances at the Cannes 2025 Film Festival. During her first red carpet moment Aishwarya Rai donned a regal white saree embellished with gold accents. For her second look she chose an exquisite black gown that radiated elegance and sophistication. Her presence on the red carpet has been a standout feature of the festival with both fans and media commending her ageless beauty and fashion sense. In terms of her professional projects Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was last seen reprising her role as Nandini in Mani Ratnams Ponniyin Selvan: II the sequel to the Tamil film Ponniyin Selvan-I.