Heeramandi actor Jason Shah says set of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's show 'lacked simple niceties': I felt out of place
9 months, 2 weeks 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 was sitting inside one of the rooms in his office. I realised later that he had come to see me to check if the guy that he chose would be able to carry it off.” About the show Sanjay Leela Bhansali's debut web series premiered on Netflix on May 1. It stars Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Sanjeeda Sheikh, Richa Chadha, Fardeen Khan, Taha Shah, Shekhar Suman, Adhyayan Suman, Farida Jalal, and Indresh Malik.

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Mahira Khan recalls being offered Heeramandi in first meeting with Sanjay Leela Bhansali: ‘It was in works but…'
3 months, 1 week ago

Mahira Khan recalls being offered Heeramandi in first meeting with Sanjay Leela Bhansali: ‘It was in works but…'

Hindustan Times  

Mahira Khan won the hearts of Indian audience with her performance in Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Raees. The actor, in a recent interview with BBC Asian Network, talked about being offered Heeramandi and recalled her first meeting with Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Mahira Khan recalls her first meeting with Sanjay Leela Bhansali when he offered her Heeramandi. Mahira Khan recalls how she …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali starved Aditi Rao Hydari to perfect Heeramandi scenes
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Jason Shah says his character in Heeramandi could've been ‘worked on more’
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Jason Shah says his character in Heeramandi could've been ‘worked on more’

Hindustan Times  

Actor Jason Shah made some interesting revelations in a recent interview about director Sanjay Leela Bhansali. On the Inside The Mind With Rushabh podcast, he claimed that the director did not even helm most scenes featuring his character, British police officer Alastair Cartwright, in what Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos called the ‘biggest project’. ‘He wasn’t directing that much’ Jason stated …

Shekhar Suman says people from Pakistan are jealous of Heeramandi: 'Padosi mulk ke kuchh log...'
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Shekhar Suman says people from Pakistan are jealous of Heeramandi: 'Padosi mulk ke kuchh log...'

Hindustan Times  

Shekhar Suman is known for playing versatile characters, apart from his sense of humor as a talk show host in the past. Shekhar Suman responded to reactions from Pakistan over authenticity in Heeramandi. Shekhar Suman on historical authenticity in Heeramandi Shekhar, when quizzed about the criticism of Heeramandi opined, “Lot of stupid people are fussing and obsessing over it, talking …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' renewed for Season 2
9 months, 3 weeks 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: 'Should get rid of star system in our industry' | Exclusive
10 months 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 …

Heeramandi: Jason Shah BREAKS Silence On Rape Scene With Manisha Koirala, 'Didn't Find It Too Emotional'
10 months, 1 week ago

Heeramandi: Jason Shah BREAKS Silence On Rape Scene With Manisha Koirala, 'Didn't Find It Too Emotional'

News 18  

Actor Jason Shah recently shared his experience working on Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s debut streaming series, ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar.’ Jason discussed the intense rape scene involving him, Manisha Koirala, and several other actors. During an interview with ETimes, Jason Shah talked about the rape scene, stating that he didn’t find it particularly draining or emotional. I wasn’t hesitating to say …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali defends historical inaccuracies in Heeramandi: 'My cinema is not subtle'
10 months, 1 week 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 …

Sonakshi Sinha REVEALS why she apologised to Manish Koirala after watching Heeramandi
10 months, 1 week ago

Sonakshi Sinha REVEALS why she apologised to Manish Koirala after watching Heeramandi

India TV News  

Sonakshi Sinha, who is currently basking in the success of her latest release Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, recently revealed that she apologised to her co-star Manisha Koirala after watching the web series. In a recent interview, she also talked about if she ever tried to be in filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali's ''good books'' while filming the web show. Sonakshi on …

Heeramandi: Sonakshi Sinha Apologized To Manisha Koirala After Watching Series, Says 'Meri Ye Majal?'
10 months, 1 week ago

Heeramandi: Sonakshi Sinha Apologized To Manisha Koirala After Watching Series, Says 'Meri Ye Majal?'

News 18  

Sonakshi Sinha, who portrays a dual role in the Sanjay Leela Bhansali-directed series Heeramandi, found herself in a unique situation of being rivals on screen but apologetic off screen, especially after her character’s face-off with Manisha Koirala’s role. She is amazing and that is the beauty of having such a fine actor in front of you because they give you …

Exclusive: Heeramandi casting director reacts to Sharmin Segal being trolled: She has given her 100 per cent
10 months, 1 week ago

Exclusive: Heeramandi casting director reacts to Sharmin Segal being trolled: She has given her 100 per cent

Hindustan Times  

Actor Sharmin Segal, who is Sanjay Leela Bhansali's niece, has been receiving flak for her performance in Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar. Shruti Mahajan feels trolling Sharmin Segal for her performance in Heeramandi is unfair. Opening up about Sanjay’s brief for the role of Alamzeb, the casting director shares, “There are a lot of people who liked her voice, and acting. …

Heeramandi actor Jason Shah breaks silence on breakup with Anusha Dandekar: 'People don't really listen...'
10 months, 1 week ago

Heeramandi actor Jason Shah breaks silence on breakup with Anusha Dandekar: 'People don't really listen...'

Hindustan Times  

Jason Shah is receiving appreciation for his negative portrayal in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's epic-show Heeramandi. Jason Shah recently opened up on his breakup with Anusha Dandekar. Jason Shah recalls break-up with Anusha Dandekar Jason, while recalling his spiritual transformation talked about his breakup with Anusha. The series also features Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Sharmin Segal, Richa Chadha, Sanjeeda Sheikh, …

'Person didn’t understand me': Heeramandi actor Jason Shah opens up about his breakup with Anusha Dandekar
10 months, 1 week ago

'Person didn’t understand me': Heeramandi actor Jason Shah opens up about his breakup with Anusha Dandekar

India TV News  

Jason Shah, known for his captivating portrayal of a ruthless British officer in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's epic show 'Heeramandi,' is garnering praise despite the series receiving mixed reviews. Only when you listen to what a person says, especially earlier on, that your relationship will last longer.” About Heeramandi 'Heeramandi' showcases Jason Shah's portrayal of Alastair Cartwright, a formidable British officer …

Heeramandi | The ballad of Bhansali
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Heeramandi | The ballad of Bhansali

India Today  

At the launch of the trailer for Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, which Netflix has billed as “India’s biggest cinematic series”, the international streaming giant pulled out all the stops to promote one of 2024’s most anticipated shows—and also Netflix India’s most expensive outing till date —giving a sneak peek into the world its creator Sanjay Leela Bhansali has conjured. The …

Heeramandi success party: Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari celebrate in Mumbai
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Heeramandi success party: Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari celebrate in Mumbai

Hindustan Times  

Heeramandi success party: Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari celebrate in Mumbai Heeramandi success party: Fardeen Khan, Taha Shah Badussha, Adhyayan Suman also joined Sanjay Leela Bhansali and the rest of the. Heeramandi success party: Fardeen Khan, Taha Shah Badussha, Adhyayan Suman also joined Sanjay Leela Bhansali and the rest of the cast. 1 / 10 …

The Great Indian Kapil Show: Sharmin Segal reveals how Sanjay Leela Bhansali did a retake as he saw a thread on costume
10 months, 2 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’
10 months, 2 weeks 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: A Far-fetched Show With No Essence of Authenticity
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Heeramandi: A Far-fetched Show With No Essence of Authenticity

The Quint  

The male characters, both Indian and British, are quite predictable and not very exciting. The bunch consisting of Shekhar Suman, Fardeen Khan, Adhyayan Suman, Taha Shah Badussha, Mark Bennington, Jason Shah etc are desire-driven pawns in the hand of these courtesans. With the exception of Indresh Malik who brilliantly etched the role of Ustaad, a eunuch and pimp, with the …

Heeramandi budget, cast fees revealed; know who got paid the most for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's epic show: Report
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Heeramandi budget, cast fees revealed; know who got paid the most for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's epic show: Report

Hindustan Times  

Sanay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi was not just praised for its performances but also its set design and costumes. Heeramandi budget and cast fees: Know how much every actor was paid for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's show. Notably, the show's budget is not only due to its expensive jewellery, wardrobe and sets, but also because of the whopping fees paid to the …

Heeramandi actor Shruti Sharma recalls getting rashes while shooting intimate scene: 'It was so harsh'
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Heeramandi actor Shruti Sharma recalls getting rashes while shooting intimate scene: 'It was so harsh'

Hindustan Times  

Shruti Sharma, who plays a crucial role in Heeramandi, recently spoke about shooting one of the toughest scenes in the series. Heeramandi actor Shruti Sharma recently revealed about shooting romantic scene under harsh conditions. Shruti Sharma opens up on intense romantic scene Saima, when quizzed about the most toughest sequence from the Sanjay Leela Bhansali directorial said, “There is a …

Heeramandi’s Jason Shah Opens Up On His Same-Sex Intimate Scene: 'Hesitation Is The Perfect Word'
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Heeramandi’s Jason Shah Opens Up On His Same-Sex Intimate Scene: 'Hesitation Is The Perfect Word'

News 18  

Heeramandi actor Jason Shah has opened up about his intimate same-sex scene in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s show. I wasn’t hesitating to say yes to the show, and I felt comfortable because I was working with Sanjay Leela Bhansali, so I knew aesthetically, it wouldn’t be portrayed in a way that would seem cheap. Jason further praised Indresh Malik and thanked …

Jason Shah opens up on filming Manisha Koirala's sexual abuse scene in Heeramandi: ‘I was watching my actions’
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Jason Shah opens up on filming Manisha Koirala's sexual abuse scene in Heeramandi: ‘I was watching my actions’

Hindustan Times  

What Jason said “I was hesitant. That’s what I was telling the fight master that if we are not in coordination, I might end up hurting her, and obviously, she is an older woman, so it is my responsibility and I had to take care,” said Jason. Earlier, in an interview with Bollywood Bubble, Manisha had talked about her experience …

Heeramandi Actor Jason Shah Was 'Hesitant' Before Rape Scene With Manisha Koirala: 'I Was Very Careful'
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Heeramandi Actor Jason Shah Was 'Hesitant' Before Rape Scene With Manisha Koirala: 'I Was Very Careful'

News 18  

Since its release, Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar has been making headlines for different reasons. In a recent interview, Jason Shah, who played the role of a villainous British cop Alistair Cartwright, opened up about shooting the rape scene with Mallikajaan aka Manisha Koirala. Jason admitted that he was “hesitant” before the sexual assault scene and mentioned that …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali Push Richa Chadha Pose With Niece Sharmin Segal Heeramandi Screening See Video
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali Push Richa Chadha Pose With Niece Sharmin Segal Heeramandi Screening See Video

ABP News  

New Delhi: Sanjay Leela Bhansali has been hitting the headlines courtesy his magnum opus drama 'Heeramandi: the Diamond Bazaar.' Sanjay Leela Bhansali and niece Sharmin's video from Heeramandi screening goes viral At the screening, the entire stra cast came together to pose for pictures. Richa Chadha, who essays the role of Lajjo, approached director Sanjay Leela Bhansali, who was standing …

Shruti Sharma on 'Heeramandi' getting trolled for Urdu, historical facts | Exclusive
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Shruti Sharma on 'Heeramandi' getting trolled for Urdu, historical facts | Exclusive

India Today  

Shruti Sharma, who plays Saima, attendant of Alam Zeb, Mallika Jaan’s daughter in 'Heeramandi', spoke about the series being called out for its Urdu or historical inaccuracies. Reacting to criticism that the show received for not getting the Urdu and historical facts right, Sharma said, "Every director has a vision and one must respect that. Talking about having a crisp …

'Period dramas take you...', Aditi Rao Hydari on being a part of Heeramandi
10 months, 3 weeks ago

'Period dramas take you...', Aditi Rao Hydari on being a part of Heeramandi

India TV News  

Actress Aditi Rao Hydari is currently garnering appreciation for her performance in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar. Aditi Rao Hydari, who feels lucky to be known as the face of period dramas but also enjoys playing the brat is dying to do a "fabulous mystery thriller". Aditi Rao Hydari's latest is Sanjay Leela Bhansali's pre-Partition era series "Heeramandi: …

Is 'Heeramandi' glorifying courtesans? Co-director Snehil Dixit clarifies
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Is 'Heeramandi' glorifying courtesans? Co-director Snehil Dixit clarifies

India Today  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Netflix series, 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar,' has been receiving polarising reviews from the audience. Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri criticised the period drama, stating, "Bollywood has this tendency to romanticise courtesans and brothels." It’s a sad commentary because brothels have never been places of opulence, glamour or beauty.â€æ https://t.co/D56qU0Zyg0 — Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri May 4, 2024 Agnihotri, while admitting …

Manisha Koirala recalls her intimate scene with Shekhar Suman in Heeramandi was not part of the script
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Manisha Koirala recalls her intimate scene with Shekhar Suman in Heeramandi was not part of the script

Hindustan Times  

Manisha Koirala is receiving praise for her portrayal of Mallikajaan in Heeramandi despite mixed reviews for the series. Manisha, in an interview with Bollywood Bubble reveled that her weird intimate scene with Shekhar Suman in Heeramandi was initially not part of the script. Manisha Koirala reveals her weird experience on Heeramandi Manisha, while speaking to the portal about the much …

Aditi Rao Hydari On Bhansali Not Letting Her Have Lunch During Heeramandi Shoot
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Aditi Rao Hydari On Bhansali Not Letting Her Have Lunch During Heeramandi Shoot

The Quint  

She recalled how the director helped her put her best foot forward. By the end of the first day… the costume was heavy and my brain was not taking in anymore… I could see what he was telling me, I could understand it, but the firing wasn’t happening. Another instance was when he said that the emotion of anger was …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali once stopped Aditi Rao from eating lunch on Heeramandi set
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali once stopped Aditi Rao from eating lunch on Heeramandi set

India Today  

Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali is known for being a tough taskmaster. 'Heeramandi' actor Aditi Rao Hydari recently recalled not getting a lunch break during the shoot of the Netflix series. Once, when she was unable to capture the emotion of her scene correctly, Bhansali narrated a story to evoke a particular emotion in her and also refrained her from eating …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali once stopped Aditi Rao from eating lunch on Heeramandi set
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali once stopped Aditi Rao from eating lunch on Heeramandi set

India Today  

Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali is known for being a tough taskmaster. 'Heeramandi' actor Aditi Rao Hydari recently recalled not getting a lunch break during the shoot of the Netflix series. Once, when she was unable to capture the emotion of her scene correctly, Bhansali narrated a story to evoke a particular emotion in her and also refrained her from eating …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali says he receives a ‘lot of love’ from Pakistan: ‘I still feel we’re all one’
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali says he receives a ‘lot of love’ from Pakistan: ‘I still feel we’re all one’

Hindustan Times  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali is receiving acclaim for his latest offering, the new Netflix series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar. Sanjay Leela Bhansali talked about creating Heeramandi in a new interview. What Sanjay Leela Bhansali said In the interview, when Bhansali was asked about the setting of the series, he said, "There was so much love that I received from Pakistan, people …

Heeramandi: Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s OTT debut leaves fans divided; Twitter reviews vary from masterpiece to snooze-fest
10 months, 3 weeks 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
10 months, 3 weeks 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’
10 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Exclusive: Manisha Koirala reveals how Mallika Jaan in 'Heeramandi' consumed her
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Exclusive: Manisha Koirala reveals how Mallika Jaan in 'Heeramandi' consumed her

India Today  

Actor Manisha Koirala, who is presently seen playing the role of Mallika Jaan in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s 'Heeramandi’, recently disclosed that she was completely consumed by her character while working on the Netflix series. Manisha returns to the screen after a considerable gap and the highly-anticipated show marks her second collaboration with Sanjay Leela Bhansali after ‘Khamoshi’. With ‘Heeramandi’, I …

Aditi Rao Hydari reveals Heeramandi director Sanjay Leela Bhansali told her ‘khana mat khana’ for this reason
10 months, 4 weeks 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 …

The dazzle and drama of ‘Heeramandi’
11 months 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 …

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

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

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

'As Actors Nothing Was In Our Control On Heeramandi Sets': Sonakshi Sinha
11 months ago

'As Actors Nothing Was In Our Control On Heeramandi Sets': Sonakshi Sinha

The Quint  

When asked about being directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali Sonakshi said, "The level of surrender I learnt on this set was incomparable. As an actor we love having things in our control but this is the one set where nothing was in our control." "The resilient part of my career actually began after my breakout role in Gangs of Wasseypur …

Fardeen Khan gets emotional talking about his comeback with Heeramandi: ‘It’s been a very long gap for me’
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Fardeen Khan gets emotional talking about his comeback with Heeramandi: ‘It’s been a very long gap for me’

Hindustan Times  

The first look poster of Fardeen Khan in the series Heeramandi caught the attention of many. At the trailer launch event of Heeramandi on Tuesday in Mumbai, the actor got emotional talking about his comeback and expressed his gratitude towards Sanjay Leela Bhansali for giving him ‘the perfect role.’ Fardeen Khan plays Wali Mohammed in Heeramandi. What Fardeen said At …

‘Heeramandi’ trailer: Sanjay Leela Bhansali creates a sizzling world of passion and betrayal
11 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Heeramandi’ trailer: Sanjay Leela Bhansali creates a sizzling world of passion and betrayal

The Hindu  

Netflix unveiled the trailer of this year’s one of the most anticipated series from India — Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar. Actors Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Richa Chadha, Sharmin Segal, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Fardeen Khan, Taha Shah Badussha, Shekhar Suman and Adhyayan Suman are part of the series. Outside, the city is also roiling, with revolutionaries …

Heeramandi trailer: Sanjay Leela Bhansali's web series promises passion, drama, love, loss and fight for independence
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Heeramandi trailer: Sanjay Leela Bhansali's web series promises passion, drama, love, loss and fight for independence

Hindustan Times  

Netflix India on Tuesday unveiled the trailer of director Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s web series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar. The trailer gave fans a peek inside the lives of the house of courtesans, where one finds intrigue, passion, drama, love, and loss. Heeramandi trailer The thrilling trailer transports viewers to the district of Heeramandi, where Mallikajaan rules over an elite house …

‘Heeramandi’ first look: Sanjay Leela Bhansali teases a star-studded drama
1 year, 1 month 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
1 year, 1 month 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 …

Casting director Shruti Mahajan: Sanjay Leela Bhansali had no preference for Heeramandi actors
1 year, 8 months ago

Casting director Shruti Mahajan: Sanjay Leela Bhansali had no preference for Heeramandi actors

Hindustan Times  

Emmy-nominated Lust Stories returned with its sequel and did not disappoint. During a conversation with Hindustan Times, Shruti, who has been working with R Balki as a freelance casting director for quite some time, said, “We have a rapport you develop over time. He doesn't want regular casting and I can experiment a lot.” Shruti recalls R Balki giving her …

Manisha Koirala: 'Sanjay is one of those few directors whose women-fronted stories emerge as major box-office hits'
1 year, 10 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 …

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