Sanjay Leela Bhansali: 'Should get rid of star system in our industry' | Exclusive
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali: 'Should get rid of star system in our industry' | Exclusive

India Today  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali, in an exclusive chat with IndiaToday.in, spoke about 'getting rid of star system' from the film industry. If I see Shantanu Maheshwari who's walked into the office for ‘Gangubai’, I'm thinking, ‘Yeah, he's on.’ He was in a dance show. I said no, these are fantastic actors’.” Sharing his views on the actors vs star system in the industry, Sanjay added, “I need actors. The star system should be demolished.” Sanjay Leela Bhansali, as a filmmaker, ventured into OTT with Netflix’s ‘Heeramandi’.

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Sanjay Leela Bhansali starved Aditi Rao Hydari to perfect Heeramandi scenes
1 month ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali starved Aditi Rao Hydari to perfect Heeramandi scenes

India Today  

Actor Aditi Rao Hydari, who portrayed Bibbojaan, a dancer and clandestine freedom fighter in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Netflix series Heeramandi, recently shared her experience working with the celebrated filmmaker, often described by his actors as a demanding taskmaster. She revealed that Bhansali used unconventional methods, including keeping her “hangry,” to bring out her best performance for the "rousing scenes." In …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi Secures Two Nominations At 2024 Busan Film Festival: 'Its An Honor'
4 months, 1 week ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi Secures Two Nominations At 2024 Busan Film Festival: 'Its An Honor'

News 18  

Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, directed by the visionary Sanjay Leela Bhansali, has made a significant impact, earning two prestigious nominations at the 2024 Busan International Film Festival. The limited series, set against the rich backdrop of pre-independence Lahore, is nominated for Best OTT Original and Best Original Song for ‘Sakal Ban” at the 29th edition of the festival’s Asia Contents …

Rajeev Khandelwal says Sanjay Leela Bhansali made him wait for a film for 1 year: ‘The film never took off’
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Rajeev Khandelwal says Sanjay Leela Bhansali made him wait for a film for 1 year: ‘The film never took off’

Hindustan Times  

Rajeev Khandelwal was locked to play the lead in a Sanjay Leela Bhansali production, but the film never took off. Rajeev Khandelwal revealed Sanjay Leela Bhansali called him for casting as a lead and then ghosted him. What Rajeev said Rajeev began in Hindi, “Sanjay Leela Bhansali is a very respected director. Sanjay Leela Bhansali recently made his OTT debut …

Heeramandi actor Jason Shah says set of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's show 'lacked simple niceties': I felt out of place
7 months ago

Heeramandi actor Jason Shah says set of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's show 'lacked simple niceties': I felt out of place

Hindustan Times  

‘I was not introduced to many people’ When asked if he was treated equally like any other actors performing on the Heeramandi set or if he faced discrimination, Jason said, “I found it to be lacking in the simple niceties of human nature. 'Sanjay said a very silent hi' Recalling his first meeting with Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Jason said, "I …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’ renewed for Season 2
7 months, 1 week ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’ renewed for Season 2

The Hindu  

Loved watching Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s directorial web series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar? Within the first week of its May 1 launch, the series danced its way up Netflix’s worldwide non-English TV chart in 43 countries, becoming the most-viewed Indian series for the streamer globally. Spanning 1920 through 1947, when the subcontinent was partitioned into India and Pakistan, Season 1 of …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' renewed for Season 2
7 months, 1 week ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' renewed for Season 2

India Today  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' has been renewed for season 2. ‘Heeramandi' Season 2 was announced at an event on Carter Road in Mumbai, where a flash mob of 100 dancers, dressed in sparkling anarkalis and ghungroos, performed on songs from the series. Watch the video here: Earlier, in an interview with Variety, Sanjay Leela Bhansali confirmed the …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali defends historical inaccuracies in Heeramandi: 'My cinema is not subtle'
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali defends historical inaccuracies in Heeramandi: 'My cinema is not subtle'

Hindustan Times  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali has finally responded to the criticism regarding historical inaccuracies in Heeramandi. Sanjay Leela Bhansali defended the historical inaccuracies in Heeramandi. Sanjay Leela Bhansali justifies his larger-than-life approach When asked about the accuracy in his epic show, Sanjay opined, “In my mind, it was the most romantic place to be in. I’m here to make an experience for …

The Great Indian Kapil Show: Sharmin Segal reveals how Sanjay Leela Bhansali did a retake as he saw a thread on costume
7 months, 4 weeks ago

The Great Indian Kapil Show: Sharmin Segal reveals how Sanjay Leela Bhansali did a retake as he saw a thread on costume

Hindustan Times  

The female actors of Heeramandi; Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Richa Chadha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Richa Chadha, Sanjeeda Shaikh and Sharmin Segal shared anecdotes about working in the acclaimed show in the latest episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show. Sharmin recalls when Bhansali would do a retake Sharmin, who plays the role of Alamzeb in the show, added: “One day, …

Priyanka Chopra gives shoutout to Sanjay Leela Bhansali for Heeramandi: ‘I remember how much you wanted to make this’
8 months ago

Priyanka Chopra gives shoutout to Sanjay Leela Bhansali for Heeramandi: ‘I remember how much you wanted to make this’

Hindustan Times  

Actors Priyanka Chopra, Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari Wagh have given shoutouts to filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali for his debut OTT series -- Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar. Priyanka Chopra spoke about Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Heeramandi. About Heeramandi Heeramandi features Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Sharmin Sehgal, Sanjeeda Sheikh, Fardeen Khan, Taha Shah Badussha, Shekhar Suman, and Adhyayan Suman. …

Heeramandi: Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s OTT debut leaves fans divided; Twitter reviews vary from masterpiece to snooze-fest
8 months, 1 week ago

Heeramandi: Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s OTT debut leaves fans divided; Twitter reviews vary from masterpiece to snooze-fest

Hindustan Times  

Apart from his magical film-making skills, Sanjay Leela Bhansali is well known for his lavish sets, larger-than-life stories and epic storytelling talent which reel the audience in for a roller-coaster ride. The gorgeous star cast of Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar Twitterati is divided over Bhansali’s OTT debut. For instance, one Twitter review read: “#HeeraMandi is a masterpiece 🤩👌Just finished first …

Pakistani actor Imran Abbas was called 'liar' over Heeramandi offer: I appreciate Sanjay Leela Bhansali's clarification
8 months, 1 week ago

Pakistani actor Imran Abbas was called 'liar' over Heeramandi offer: I appreciate Sanjay Leela Bhansali's clarification

Hindustan Times  

Imran Abbas had talked about being offered the Sanjay Leela Bhansali project during a 2024 interview with ARY Digital's Shaan-e-Suhoor. Now, the Pakistani actor has taken to Instagram to appreciate Sanjay for clarifying he was, in fact, considered for Heeramandi, after the actor faced backlash for claiming the same recently. Imran Abbas on being mocked Imran wrote, “I appreciate Sanjay …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali reveals he wanted to cast Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan in Heeramandi: ‘It was a film back then’
8 months, 1 week ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali reveals he wanted to cast Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan in Heeramandi: ‘It was a film back then’

Hindustan Times  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar is finally available for streaming. In a recent interview with Lilly Singh during the Los Angeles premiere of Heeramandi, Sanjay revealed that Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan were his first choice. Sanjay Leela Bhansali recently revealed that he wanted to cast Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan in Heeramandi. But I ended up with this …

Aditi Rao Hydari reveals Heeramandi director Sanjay Leela Bhansali told her ‘khana mat khana’ for this reason
8 months, 1 week ago

Aditi Rao Hydari reveals Heeramandi director Sanjay Leela Bhansali told her ‘khana mat khana’ for this reason

Hindustan Times  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi is one of the most anticipated shows of the year. What Aditi said In the new interview, when Aditi was asked about how she collaborated with Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the actor recounted her experience and said: “He's very passionate about everything he does. I would say that whatever one comes with in one's blood, when you …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' screened at LA's Aero Theatre
8 months, 1 week ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' screened at LA's Aero Theatre

India Today  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali recently mesmerised audiences in Los Angeles with a special retrospective of ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ at The Aero Theatre. American Cinematheque hosted the event at the Aero Theatre with the screening of ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’, starring Alia Bhatt. Following the screening, attendees were treated to a rare glimpse into Bhansali's highly-anticipated Netflix series, ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’. Sanjay Leela Bhansali …

The dazzle and drama of ‘Heeramandi’
8 months, 2 weeks ago

The dazzle and drama of ‘Heeramandi’

Live Mint  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s eight-part series for Netflix explores the world of tawaifs in pre-independence India. Previous Bhansali works like Devdas and Gangubai Kathiawadi have also focused on courtesans, but Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar is his first streaming show. The ensemble cast features Manisha Koirala and Sonakshi Sinha as rivals and Aditi Rao Hydari, Richa Chadha, Sanjeeda Sheikh and Sharmin Segal …

Exclusive: 'Heeramandi' shot in 380 days, actors took 2-3 hours to get ready
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Exclusive: 'Heeramandi' shot in 380 days, actors took 2-3 hours to get ready

India Today  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's debut OTT series, 'Heeramandi', which will soon release on Netflix, was made for over 380 days. In an exclusive chat with IndiaToday.in, the six leading ladies of ‘Heeramandi’ divulged some interesting and lesser-known facts about director Sanjay Leela Bhansali and their experience on the sets of the show. They also said that Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Sanjeeda …

Heeramandi Review: Genelia D'Souza, Esha Deol among other B-town ladies laud Sanjay Leela Bhansali's show
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Heeramandi Review: Genelia D'Souza, Esha Deol among other B-town ladies laud Sanjay Leela Bhansali's show

India TV News  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's latest offering Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar is one of the highly-anticipated titles of 2024. A special screening was held recently in Mumbai, following which many Bollywood stars including actresses like Genelia D'Souza, Esha Deol and Tanishaa Mukerji lauded the Sanjay Leela Bhansali's directorial. Image Source : INSTAGRAMEsha Deol's latest Instagram Stories Special screening in Mumbai Recently, a …

Interviewing the cast of ‘Heeramandi’: ‘There was life in every object’
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Interviewing the cast of ‘Heeramandi’: ‘There was life in every object’

The Hindu  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali pens a billet-doux to a bygone era in his latest opus, Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar. “I had little understanding of the complexities of courtesan culture in the subcontinent before Heeramandi,” says Manisha Koirala, who fronts the show as the formidable Mallikajaan, madam of a fictitious elite brothel called Shahi Mahal. “It’s been wonderful to witness Sanjay’s evolution …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Gangubai Kathiawadi turns 2, Bhansali Productions shares post
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Gangubai Kathiawadi turns 2, Bhansali Productions shares post

India TV News  

In the cinematic landscape, marked by grandeur, emotion, and storytelling narrative, Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Gangubai Kathiawadi showcases his unparalleled ability to weave entertaining narratives. On the occasion, Bhansali Productions took to social media and shared a lovely post, treating fans to a nostalgic journey filled with impactful dialogues. Watch the post here: Alia Bhatt won National Award for Gangubai Kathiawadi …

‘Heeramandi’ first look: Sanjay Leela Bhansali teases a star-studded drama
11 months, 1 week ago

‘Heeramandi’ first look: Sanjay Leela Bhansali teases a star-studded drama

The Hindu  

The first look video of director Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming series, Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, has been released by Netflix. Featuring a star-studded cast, the first look video gives a glimpse of the actors without revealing much on this “saga of love, power, revenge and freedom.” Step into a dazzling world where love and liberation collide- the first look at …

Heeramandi first look: Sanjay Leela Bhansali series starring Manisha, Sonakshi, Aditi will take you back to another era
11 months, 1 week ago

Heeramandi first look: Sanjay Leela Bhansali series starring Manisha, Sonakshi, Aditi will take you back to another era

Hindustan Times  

First look of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's highly-anticipated Netflix series, Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, is out. Check out Heeramandi first look With Heeramandi, Sanjay Leela Bhansali brings his majestic signature flair to stories of love and betrayal in the lives of courtesans in pre-independence India. Sharing the first look on Instagram, Netflix India wrote in the caption, “Here’s your first look …

Sanjay Kapoor: OTT revived my career but you can’t say that an actor who can’t get films, gets into OTT
1 year, 4 months ago

Sanjay Kapoor: OTT revived my career but you can’t say that an actor who can’t get films, gets into OTT

Hindustan Times  

From films and anthologies to web series, Sanjay Kapoor has been a part of all formats on OTT with projects such as The Fame Game, Bloody Daddy, Lust Stories and the latest Made in Heaven 2 among others. So, we can’t say that an actor who is not doing or getting films, move towards OTT,” states Kapoor. As for Bloody …

Manisha Koirala: 'Sanjay is one of those few directors whose women-fronted stories emerge as major box-office hits'
1 year, 8 months ago

Manisha Koirala: 'Sanjay is one of those few directors whose women-fronted stories emerge as major box-office hits'

Firstpost  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali is one of those filmmakers in Bollywood who has kept the realism of Indian cinema intact with his film. One such film ‘Khamoshi: The Musical’ by the filmmaker introduced the audience to a prolific actress Manisha Koirala who will be coming together with the director after almost two decades in his upcoming series ‘Heeramandi’. Having always proved …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the only director in today's times taking forward legacy of the Indian film heritage
1 year, 8 months ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the only director in today's times taking forward legacy of the Indian film heritage

Firstpost  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali is the only Indian filmmaker who has expertise in all facets of filmmaking from the visuals, performances, storytelling, music, canvases, and backdrops among others. With his films and now web series, Bhansali is always known to create a new world of the protagonist for the audiences to dive into, giving the cinema goers an visual treat. Currently, …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Ted Sarandos on the ambition and world of ‘Heeramandi’
1 year, 10 months ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Ted Sarandos on the ambition and world of ‘Heeramandi’

The Hindu  

Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos was in Mumbai recently for the announcement and first-look launch of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s debut web series, Heeramandi. Talking of Bhansali, one of Hindi cinema’s reigning stylists, Ted praised the 59-year-old director’s knack for investing in ‘little movements of emotion.’ “Sometimes it’s in a tiny step of dance or a line of dialogue,” Ted said during …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali believes one must be careful making a historical in India: 'Need to get your facts right'
1 year, 10 months ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali believes one must be careful making a historical in India: 'Need to get your facts right'

Hindustan Times  

Before he directed Gangubai Kathiawadi, Sanjay Leela Bhansali had made the period romance, Padmaavat. Sanjay Leela Bhansali at a Netflix event in Mumbai on February 18, 2023. Members of the Shri Rajput Karni Sena had led protests and even vandalised the Padmaavat sets as they felt the film showed the Rajput queen in a bad light. Speaking at a panel …

Heeramandi teaser: Sonakshi Sinha, Manisha Koirala, Aditi Rao Hydari are courtesans in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's show
1 year, 10 months ago

Heeramandi teaser: Sonakshi Sinha, Manisha Koirala, Aditi Rao Hydari are courtesans in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's show

Hindustan Times  

The teaser of the upcoming web series Heeramandi, by filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, has been unveiled by Netflix India on Saturday. Heeramandi teaser: Manisha Koirala, Aditi Rao Hydari, Sharmin Segal, Richa Chadha, Sanjeeda Shaikh, and Sonakshi Sinha in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's show. The video begins with a closer glimpse of the actors--Manisha Koirala, Aditi Rao Hydari, Sharmin Segal, Richa Chadha, …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali teams up with Netflix for series Heeramandi, about 'courtesans of Lahore'
3 years, 5 months ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali teams up with Netflix for series Heeramandi, about 'courtesans of Lahore'

Hindustan Times  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali announced on Tuesday morning that Heeramandi will be his next Netflix project. Sharing his thoughts on Heeramandi, Sanjay Leela Bhansali said in a press statement, “Heeramandi is an important milestone in my journey as a filmmaker. Earlier on Monday, Netflix India had posted a long message marking 25 years of Sanjay Leela Bhansali in the Hindi film …

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