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 as an artist,” Manisha says. “Muneera ma’am would be sitting there with her headphones, listening to us like a hawk,” Sonakshi recalls. There is a weight to it but it doesn’t feel heavy.” Sharmin Sehgal, Bhansali’s niece, has assisted him on films like Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, Bajirao Mastani and Gangubai Kathiawadi.

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From Bridgerton to Netflix’s Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar- 5 Series of 2024 That Re-Defined Storytelling and were loved by viewers
1 month ago

From Bridgerton to Netflix’s Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar- 5 Series of 2024 That Re-Defined Storytelling and were loved by viewers

Firstpost  

These shows set new benchmarks for international content, merging tradition with innovation to dominate screens and hearts In 2024, Hollywood series like Bridgerton and Indian drama series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar captivated global audiences, redefining storytelling with rich narratives and stunning visuals. Bridgerton continued its charm with its opulent regency drama, while Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar showcased Bhansali’s grandeur, blending …

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 …

EXCLUSIVE | Netflix's 'Heeramandi' songwriter AM Turaz breaks silence on the show's criticism: 'There's nothing wrong in...'
6 months, 3 weeks ago

EXCLUSIVE | Netflix's 'Heeramandi' songwriter AM Turaz breaks silence on the show's criticism: 'There's nothing wrong in...'

Firstpost  

The veteran spoke exclusively to Firstpost about working with filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the criticism that has come the show’s way, and adapting to the changing times and tastes of the audiences Popular songwriter AM Turaz, who has collaborated with Sanjay Leela Bhansali for Padmaavat, Gangubai Kathiawadi and Netflix’s Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, spoke exclusively to Firstpost about working with …

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 …

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

What if Heeramandi was cast in Pakistan? Influencer’s dream cast with Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan goes viral
7 months, 1 week ago

What if Heeramandi was cast in Pakistan? Influencer’s dream cast with Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan goes viral

Hindustan Times  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s first-ever web series, Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, is currently streaming on Netflix. The page suggests Mahira Khan for the role of Bibbo, Fawad Khan as Nawab, Reema Khan as Mallikajaan, Sajal Ali as Alamzeb, Zaviyar Nauman Ijaz as Tajdar, and Mehwish Hayat as Fareedan. Take a look at the post shared on Instagram here: While reacting to …

'Will play friendly ghost..', Richa Chadha has the funniest reaction on SLB's Heeramandi season 2
7 months, 1 week ago

'Will play friendly ghost..', Richa Chadha has the funniest reaction on SLB's Heeramandi season 2

India TV News  

Director Sanjay Leela Bhansali's famous web series 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' was liked by the audience. In the first season of the series, Sonakshi Sinha played the role of Rehana Apa and Fardeen, while Manisha Koirala played Mallikajaan, Sanjeeda Sheikh played Waheeda, Aditi Rao Hydari played Bibbojaan, Richa Chadha played Lajjo and Sharmin Sehgal played Alamzeb very well. Richa has …

Netflix and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Heeramandi' renewed for season 2; here's what to expect this time
7 months, 1 week ago

Netflix and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Heeramandi' renewed for season 2; here's what to expect this time

Firstpost  

The filmmaker said, “It’s been a joy to see the show resonate with audiences worldwide, and I couldn’t have asked for a better partner than Netflix. The overwhelming fan love for Season 1 has made Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar an immense success, and Netflix India is delighted to announce that the series will return for Season 2! At Carter Road, …

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: '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 …

Heeramandi: Jason Shah BREAKS Silence On Rape Scene With Manisha Koirala, 'Didn't Find It Too Emotional'
7 months, 3 weeks 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'
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 …

Sonakshi Sinha REVEALS why she apologised to Manish Koirala after watching Heeramandi
7 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Exclusive: Heeramandi casting director reacts to Sharmin Segal being trolled: She has given her 100 per cent
7 months, 3 weeks 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. …

Will Heeramandi be the next RRR? Global success makes Bhansali’s series cut across languages, cultures, criticisms
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Will Heeramandi be the next RRR? Global success makes Bhansali’s series cut across languages, cultures, criticisms

Hindustan Times  

When Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s debut show Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar released on Netflix India, it polarised the audience back home. Oscar-winning Parasite director Bong Joon-Ho may have famously called subtitles the ‘one-inch barrier’ to crossing over, but dubbing still goes a long way in making historically specific yet universally resonant stories like Heeramandi to proliferate across languages and cultures. “This …

Heeramandi | The ballad of Bhansali
7 months, 4 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
7 months, 4 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
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: A Far-fetched Show With No Essence of Authenticity
8 months 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
8 months 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 …

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

Amul India celebrates Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi with latest creative
8 months ago

Amul India celebrates Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi with latest creative

Hindustan Times  

Ever since Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar has released on Netflix, it has been the talk of the town. Amul's new creative The creative was shared by Amul a few hours ago with the caption, “Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s period drama series impresses audiences…” It showed the female cast of the series- Sonakshi Sinha, Manisha Koirala, Richa Chadha, Aditi …

Sonakshi Sinha addresses same-sex foreplay scene in Heeramandi: ‘She absolutely hates men’
8 months ago

Sonakshi Sinha addresses same-sex foreplay scene in Heeramandi: ‘She absolutely hates men’

Hindustan Times  

In an interview with News18, Sonakshi also explained why Bhansali chose to not go big on exploring Fareedan's sexuality in detail. They didn’t explore it any further than that one scene where she meets Choudhary saab and is with her maid”. “It’s just a very vast world and sir has tapped into different aspects of it in small ways,” she …

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

Shekhar Kapur binge watches Heeramandi: ‘Finally Netflix giving Indian filmmakers the budget they deserve’
8 months ago

Shekhar Kapur binge watches Heeramandi: ‘Finally Netflix giving Indian filmmakers the budget they deserve’

Hindustan Times  

Shekhar pens note for Bhansali, Heeramandi Shekhar wrote, "Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s cinematic art is so seductive. Finally #Netflix is giving Indian filmmakers budgets they deserve." Internet reacts to Shekhar's tweet Reacting to the post, a person wrote, "I found it completely bland and somehow every character is struggling to put up with SLB's stature.Thanks to aura, background, choice of colours …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali once stopped Aditi Rao from eating lunch on Heeramandi set
8 months 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
8 months 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’
8 months, 1 week 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 …

Siddharth reviews Aditi Rao Hydari’s Heeramandi; calls Sanjay Leela Bhansali's web series a ‘work of art’
8 months, 1 week ago

Siddharth reviews Aditi Rao Hydari’s Heeramandi; calls Sanjay Leela Bhansali's web series a ‘work of art’

Hindustan Times  

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s highly anticipated web series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar – featuring a star-studded cast including Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Richa Chadha, Sanjeeda Sheikh and Sharmin Segal – premiered on May 1 on Netflix. Siddharth seemed impressed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi, which stars his fiance Aditi Rao Hydari. “Grateful that we are living in the …

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 …

‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’ series review: Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s dazzling soap opera
8 months, 1 week ago

‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’ series review: Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s dazzling soap opera

The Hindu  

Heeramandi thrives on opulent otherworldliness from beginning to end. It’s as though Sanjay Leela Bhansali, directing his first streaming series, is all the more insistent we miss the big screen. Heermandi: The Diamond Bazaar Director: Sanjay Leela Bhansali Cast: Manisha Koirala, Aditi Rao Hydari, Sonakshi Sinha, Sharmin Segal, Taaha Shah, Fardeen Khan Episodes: 8 Run-time: 45-65 minutes Storyline: The intrigues …

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 …

The company of women: Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Heeramandi-The Diamond Bazaar' brings to life a bygone era
8 months, 2 weeks ago

The company of women: Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Heeramandi-The Diamond Bazaar' brings to life a bygone era

New Indian Express  

Bhansali’s perceptive eye to visualise actors beyond the familiar is something his leading ladies thrive on. No one had given me a part like this, and I am grateful that he saw me as this megalomaniac character,” she says, adding that the digital medium has liberated her enough to take risks without the dictates of box-office demands. I used her …

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 …

Interview with Manisha Koirala, star of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s web-series Heeramandi, releasing May 1 - The Hindu
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Interview with Manisha Koirala, star of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s web-series Heeramandi, releasing May 1 - The Hindu

The Hindu  

April 25, 2024 09:24 pm | Updated May 05, 2024 05:05 pm IST Manisha Koirala claims she is a slouch on any ordinary day. It is in stark contrast to Mallikajaan, the head of a glamorous house of courtesans in pre-Independence India, the character Koirala portrays in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ambitious project Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar. One of the biggest …

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

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