Shelly Chopra Dhar's debut directorial made the headlines for multiple reasons when it released earlier this year. Right from its unconventional topic, to the controversy surrounding the exclusion of producer
Rajkumar Hirani's name from the film's promotional material in lieu of harassment allegations against him, and the first on-screen casting of father-daughter duo Anil and
Sonam Kapoor in the film.
While the actors achieved praise for their roles, but according to a source, Sonam Kapoor wasn't the first choice to play the film's protagonist. Apparently,
Taapsee Pannu was the first choice for 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga, until
Anil Kapoor joined the movie. The actor suggested the makers to consider his daughter Sonam Kapoor for the role.
'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha To Aisa Laga' was released worldwide on 1 February 2019 with mixed to positive reviews. The screenplay was selected by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for its library's Core Collection.