Dixit 'turns down film with Rajinikanth'

Madhuri Dixit is reported to have turned down the opportunity to act with leading southern star Rajinikanth.

The 43-year-old told the actor that she instead would be returning to the US, as she misses her children, Hindustan Times reports.

The Dil To Pagal Hai actor, who had previously worked opposite Rajnikanth in 1987, has been living outside India for a number of years.

Dixit had been offered one of the lead roles in the project, which also features Deepika Padukone.

The veteran actress was last seen in the 2007 semi-hit Aaja Nachle.

Madhuri Dixit in 'Freaky Friday' remake?

Madhuri Dixit has been offered a part in the Hindi film remake of Freaky Friday.

The actress has been invited to play the role of Sonam Kapoor's mother by producer Anil Kapoor, Mumbai Mirror reports.

The former leading star of Indian cinema, who made her comeback with Aaja Nachle, posted on her Twitter account: "Meeting with Anil Kapoor today. Lets see what happens."

Following the meeting, Madhuri commented: "Yes we caught up and discussed the script of the Hindi remake of Freaky Friday. I haven't agreed to the film yet. I am reading the script and will decide accordingly."

The actor has reportedly received film offers from a number of production houses and directors including Yash Raj Films, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Karan Johar and UTV.