Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Heeramandi’ wins acclaim from the film fraternity.
The Netflix historical drama ‘Heeramandi’ directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, has received rave reviews since its release on May 1. Actress Aditi Rao Hydari, who stars in a pivotal role, recently opened up about the reaction of her fiancé Siddharth to the much-talked-about series.
In an interview with a leading entertainment portal, Aditi shared that Siddharth could not stop praising the magnum opus after a binge-watch session. With teary eyes, he immediately called Aditi and expressed his desire to meet Bhansali.
She further revealed that Siddharth later messaged admiring the ‘acting, music, aesthetic, and drama’ in ‘Heeramandi’. In an Instagram story, he compared it to the works of legendary directors K. Asif and Bhansali, which stir the soul with artistry.
Set in 1920s Lahore, the lavishly mounted series explores courtesan culture through beautifully layered female characters essayed by Aditi, Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Richa Chaddha, and others. It has received plaudits for authentically capturing the nuances of the bygone era through its visual palette and performances.
Aditi’s beau’s heartfelt appreciation is a testament to the magnum opus hitting all the right notes in storytelling and production values. Her fiancé’s encouragement also brings joy and pride to the actress’ professional achievement in the historic project. ‘Heeramandi’ is acclaimed for doing justice to Bhansali’s signature aesthetic vision and the importance of themes.
