- By Ridhi Suri
- Thu, 01 Feb 2024 11:20 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Heeramandi Teaser Out: The initial glimpse of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' has been unveiled. Since its announcement, the web series has consistently made headlines, and the first look certainly lives up to the expectations. True to the signature style of Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the first glimpse of Heeramandi, starring Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Richa Chadha, Sharmin Segal, and Sanjeeda Sheikh, is grand, captivating, and laden with drama.
Undoubtedly, 'Heeramandi' stands out as a monumental spectacle for the web domain, presenting a scale of grandeur never witnessed before. The series delves into the cultural intricacies of Heeramandi, an opulent district, unfolding the tales of courtesans and their patrons against the turbulent backdrop of India's freedom struggle in the 1940s. Dropping the first look on Instagram, Netflix India wrote, "Here’s your first look at legendary Indian creator Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s first series EVER: Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar!"
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Sanjay Leela Bhansali on OTT Debut
In an interview, Sanjay Leela Bhansali told Pinkvilla, "I make big films and that comes naturally to me. But when I came to OTT I made something bigger, it's my biggest project yet. So I didn't have to adapt to the digital medium, this will be like watching a film."
"So there is no holding back or trying to do something different for OTT. I made 8 episodes for this, and it's so demanding, I am constantly working on the script. You have to spend more hours watching films than you do films but all of us are enjoying it a lot. This one is very special. My dear Moin Baig came up with this idea 14 years back, but finally, it has gotten made. I don't make films with my mind but with my heart. Heera Mandi has a very special place," he added.
In a recent statement, the makers characterised the show as a blend of 'love, betrayal, succession, and politics in the kothas (house of courtesans).' They said, "Heeramandi assures the audience of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's distinctive style, offering larger-than-life narratives, intricately crafted and soulful characters, and the complex dynamics of a world steeped in conflict during a pivotal period in India's history. True to the auteur's tradition, Heeramandi will feature unique compositions and music that resonate with the audience, leaving a lasting impact, much like his storytelling."