Sanjay Leela Bhansali

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 10 : Praises have been pouring in for ace filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali ever since the trailer of his debut web series 'Heeramandi' was unveiled.Actors Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal, who will be seen headlining Bhansali's 'Love & War' film, too, gave a shout to the director for creating "magic" with 'Heeramandi'.Taking to Instagram, Vicky Kaushal wrote, "How stunning is this! The world building, the drama... top notch."Alia on her Instagram Story wrote, "Uffff!!! Just magic!!!"Starring a talented ensemble cast including Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Richa Chadha, Sanjeeda Sheikh, Sharmin Segal, Taha Shah Badussha, Shekhar Suman, and Adhyayan Suman, 'Heeramandi' is set to be out on May 1.Set against the backdrop of the Indian freedom struggle of the 1940s, the project promises to be an epic saga of love, power, revenge, and freedom.With the series, Fardeen Khan is making his return to the screen after a gap of 14 years.At the trailer launch in the national capital on Tuesday, Fardeen said, "It's been a very long gap for me, it's been almost 14 years. I'm extremely grateful for this opportunity. I couldn't have hoped for a better opportunity as an actor to return to the screen," said Fardeen, who was last seen in 2010's 'Dulha Mil Gaya.'He also shared how Bhansali allows actors to "bring depth to the roles."Fardeen added, "For me, this was something I have never done and it was the perfect role for me. At the age I am, to come back to the screen, you come with a certain amount of life experience, and wisdom and you know you can you can contribute to the layers that Sanjay writes into all his characters. His characters are very intricate and very complex. There's nobody like him who writes characters. He goes across the spectrum and emotions, and he has this intuitive understanding of it. It's daunting to work with him, but at the same time, when you see it all together, it just all makes sense. I'm extremely grateful for this chance and so happy to be here."

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 6 : The makers of 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' on Saturday surprised fans by unveiling first look images of the male leads.In Sanjay Leela Bhansali's directorial web series, actors Fardeen Khan, Taha Shah Badussha, Shekhar Suman, and Adhyayan Suman will be seen in pivotal roles.As per a statement, Taha Shah Badussha steps into the role of Tajdar Baloch, a man whose charisma knows no bounds, effortlessly charming all who cross his path with his magnetic personality.Fardeen Khan embodies the essence of nobility as Wali Mohammed, a figure of dignity and integrity whose presence commands admiration.Shekhar Suman breathes life into the character of Zulfiqar Ahmed, a man of authority, whose mere presence exudes power and sophistication. Finally, Adhyayan Suman portrays Zorawar Ali Khan, an arrogant nawaab of considerable wealth whose pursuits are driven solely by his self-interest.Talking about his character, Fardeen said, "Wali Mohammed embodies the essence of a nawab, always standing by the women of Heeramandi. Marking my Netflix debut with such a character feels like the perfect comeback to the screens."View this post on InstagramA post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in)Shekhar Suman described Zulfiqar as, "A towering figure of power and authority, he commands attention effortlessly. I'm eager for the audiences to witness the tale of Heeramandi that's close to all our hearts. It was an exhilarating and enriching experience working with a maestro and an auteur like Mr.Bhansali."View this post on InstagramA post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in)Adhyayan Suman expressed, "Zorawar carries himself with a certain air of self-assurance, the kind that's expected of a nawab. It was an honour beyond words to play this character designed by Mr Bhansali. His validation was like a badge of honour for me."View this post on InstagramA post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in)'Heeramandi' is set to premiere on Netflix on May 1.The premiere date for the show, which is Bhansali's first venture into digital content, was revealed during a drone light show at the Mahalaxmi Race Course in South Mumbai recently.The grand event was attended by the show's star cast including Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Richa Chadha, Sharmin Segal, and Sanjeeda Sheikh, Prerna Singh, CEO of Bhansali Productions, and Tanya Bami, Director of Series, Netflix India.Announcing the release date at the event, Bhansali said, "I am grateful to the entire team for their relentless passion and dedication to bring the world of Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar to Netflix. With the release scheduled for May 1, we can't wait for audiences worldwide to watch it and shower us with their love and appreciation."The upcoming series is set in the midst of multiple power struggles in Heeramandi, Lahore (now part of Pakistan), and more generally in undivided, pre-independence India, where anti-colonial freedom movements were emerging.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 5 : Sonakshi Sinha, who has been garnering praise and applause for her performance in the song 'Tilasmi Bahein' from Sanjay Leela Bhansali's much-anticipated web series 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar', expressed gratitude for all the love.Taking to Instagram, Sonakshi shared a string of stunning photos in a purple Bandhani printed kaftan ensemble along with a thank you message.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Sonakshi Sinha (@aslisona)Sharing the pictures, she wrote, "Cant stop smiling with all the (heart emoji) coming in for #TilasmiBahein... grateful."For the series promotion, Sonakshi wore a v-neck kaftan adorned with a stylish Bandhani print all over that she teamed with a matching full-sleeved cape and a pair of flared trousers.The makers of the series, on Wednesday, unveiled the song.Composed by the director-creator himself, the song features Sonakshi Sinha in her most ethereal avatar yet.The peppy number, composed by the Bhansali himself and sung by Sharmistha Chatterjee, is a visual and auditory treat for fans.In the mesmerizing music video, Sinha's portrayal of the courtesan Fareedan is nothing short of captivating. Dressed in a resplendent beige sequin sari, Sinha exudes allure and charisma as she mesmerizes viewers with her intoxicating dance, filmed in one continuous take.The song offers a tantalising glimpse into the lavish and mysterious world of 'Heeramandi,' leaving audiences eagerly anticipating more.'Tilasmi Bahein' is the second song to be released from the series, following the success of the first song, 'Sakal Ban.' With each release, Bhansali continues to impress audiences with his meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail.Set against the backdrop of the Indian freedom struggle of the 1940s, 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' promises to be an epic saga of love, power, revenge, and freedom. Through the stories of courtesans and their patrons, the series delves deep into the cultural reality of Heeramandi, offering a compelling narrative that is sure to enthral audiences worldwide.'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' is all set to dazzle audiences as it makes its grand premiere on the streaming giant Netflix on May 1, 2024.The series which marks Bhansali's debut in the web world, will also star veteran actor Manisha Koirala, Aditi Rao Hydari, Richa Chadha, Sanjeeda Sheikh and Sharmin Segal in pivotal roles.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 4 : Deepika Padukone's fans can't keep calm as the actress' hit song 'Deewani Mastani' from Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film 'Bajirao Mastani' got featured on The Academy's official Instagram handle. Taking to Instagram handle, the Oscars' official page The Academy shared Deepika's dance video and captioned it, "Deepika Padukone performing "Deewani Mastani" (sung by Shreya Ghoshal) from the movie 'Bajirao Mastani.' Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali Starring Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra Jonas."View this post on InstagramA post shared by The Academy (@theacademy)The clip showed Deepika dancing to the song sung by Shreya Ghoshal.As soon as the video was posted, fans and industry members flooded the comment section.Deepika's Bajirao Mastani co-star and husband Ranveer Singh reacted and wrote, "Mesmeric!"Shreya Ghoshal wrote, "Thank you @theacademy."One of the users wrote, "Deepika as Mastani is iconic so mesmerizing u can't take your eyes off her."Another user commented, "Now The Academy is finally giving the recognition that Bollywood deserves.""Thank you for recognising the most beautifully shot song of all time," another comment read.Helmed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali the film was released in the year 2015 and was declared a blockbuster hit.The film marked Deepika and Ranveer's second collaboration with Sanjay Leela Bhansali after their romantic drama film 'Ram Leela'.Last year, Deepika made it to the Academy Awards stage to give a special shoutout to RRR's power-packed song 'Naatu Naatu' which has been nominated in the 'Orginal Song' category this year.Before Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava earned a standing ovation for their electrifying performance, Deepika announced the performance and even gave a special mention briefing the audience about the song amidst loud cheers.Meanwhile, on the work front, Deepika was recently seen in the aerial action thriller film 'Fighter' opposite Hrithik Roshan. Helmed by Siddharth Anand, the film also starred Anil Kapoor, Karan Singh Grover and Akshay Oberoi in pivotal roles and received good responses from the audience.She will be next seen in the sci-fi action thriller film 'Kalki 2898 AD' alongside south actor Prabhas.Helmed by Nag Ashwin, the film also stars Amitabh Bachchan and will hit the theatres on May 9, 2024.Ranveer, on the other hand, will be seen reprising his role of Simmba in Rohit Shetty's cop drama 'Singham Again', which also stars Deepika Padukone, actors Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff and Kareena Kapoor Khan.Ranveer will also headline Farhan Akhtar's 'Don 3.''Don 3' will arrive in 2025.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 4 : Sonakshi Sinha stole the show in the song 'Tilasmi Bahein' from Sanjay Leela Bhansali's much-anticipated web series, 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar'.Her appearance in the song video left her rumoured boyfriend and actor Zaheer Iqbal awestruck.Taking to Instagram on Wednesday, Zaheer shared the song video along with a note.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Zaheer Iqbal (@iamzahero)Sharing the video, he wrote, "Some things r just too inspiring to be just a fleeting story. So here's a post of something and someone that inspires me ...Matlab just look at this yaar ... kamaaalll ... seriously kya he boley koi ... Matlab really ... just ... wowwwwww.""Aaiiii haiiiii Fareedannnnn.Kaatillllllll. Tilasmi means Magic, Magic = YOU@aslisona," he added.As soon as the post was shared, Sonakshi reacted with emojis.The makers of the series, on Wednesday, unveiled the song.Composed by the director-creator himself, the song features Sonakshi Sinha in her most ethereal avatar yet.The peppy number, composed by the maestro Bhansali himself and sung by the enchanting Sharmistha Chatterjee, is a visual and auditory treat for fans.In the mesmerizing music video, Sinha's portrayal of the courtesan Fareedan is nothing short of captivating. Dressed in a resplendent beige sequin sari, Sinha exudes allure and charisma as she mesmerizes viewers with her intoxicating dance, filmed in one continuous take.The song offers a tantalising glimpse into the lavish and mysterious world of 'Heeramandi,' leaving audiences eagerly anticipating more.'Tilasmi Bahein' is the second song to be released from the series, following the success of the first song, 'Sakal Ban.' With each release, Bhansali continues to impress audiences with his meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail.Set against the backdrop of the Indian freedom struggle of the 1940s, 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' promises to be an epic saga of love, power, revenge, and freedom. Through the stories of courtesans and their patrons, the series delves deep into the cultural reality of Heeramandi, offering a compelling narrative that is sure to enthral audiences worldwide.'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' is all set to dazzle audiences as it makes its grand premiere on the streaming giant Netflix on May 1, 2024.The series which marks Bhansali's debut in the web world, will also star veteran actor Manisha Koirala, Aditi Rao Hydari, Richa Chadha, Sanjeeda Sheikh and Sharmin Segal in pivotal roles. Sonakshi has been in news for her rumoured relationship with Zaheer. The couple has maintained that they are "just friends" but earlier actor Varun Sharma's Insta story hinted at something else.Sonakshi and Zaheer were last seen together in a film titled 'Double XL' and the music video 'Blockbuster'.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 3 : Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali's much-anticipated web series, 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar,' is now out with its second song titled 'Tilasmi Bahein'.Composed by the director-creator himself, the song features Sonakshi Sinha in her most ethereal avatar yet. The song, composed by the maestro Bhansali himself and sung by the enchanting Sharmistha Chatterjee, promises to be a visual and auditory treat for fans. In the mesmerizing music video, Sinha's portrayal of the courtesan Fareedan is nothing short of captivating. Dressed in a resplendent beige sequin sari, Sinha exudes allure and charisma as she mesmerizes viewers with her intoxicating dance, filmed in one continuous take.The song offers a tantalizing glimpse into the lavish and mysterious world of 'Heeramandi,' leaving audiences eagerly anticipating more. 'Tilasmi Bahein' is the second song to be released from the series, following the success of the first song, 'Sakal Ban.' With each release, Bhansali continues to impress audiences with his meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail. Set against the backdrop of the Indian freedom struggle of the 1940s, 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' promises to be an epic saga of love, power, revenge, and freedom. Through the stories of courtesans and their patrons, the series delves deep into the cultural reality of Heeramandi, offering a compelling narrative that is sure to enthral audiences worldwide.'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' is all set to dazzle audiences as it makes its grand premiere on the streaming giant Netflix on May 1, 2024.The series which marks Bhansali's debut in the web world, will also star veteran actor Manisha KoiralaAditi Rao HydariRicha ChadhaSanjeeda Sheikh and Sharmin Segal in pivotal roles.

Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' is set to premiere on Netflix on May 1.The premiere date for the show, which is Bhansali's first venture into digital content, was revealed during a drone light show at the Mahalaxmi Race Course in South Mumbai.The grand event was attended by the show's star cast including Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Richa Chadha, Sharmin Segal, and Sanjeeda Sheikh, Prerna Singh, CEO of Bhansali Productions, and Tanya Bami, Director of Series, Netflix India.Announcing the release date at the event, Bhansali said, "I am grateful to the entire team for their relentless passion and dedication to bring the world of Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar to Netflix. With the release scheduled for May 1, we can't wait for audiences worldwide to watch it and shower us with their love and appreciation."Recently, at the 24th edition of FICCI Frames in Mumbai, Sonakshi heaped praises on Bhansali for his portrayal of women characters on screen."Sanjay sir and I have been trying to collaborate for many years and I'm glad it happened with Heeramandi. The way he portrays his women on screen, nobody is able to do that. He has got a very different vision for it in spite of it being all magnum opus... He takes good care of how his female characters are portrayed on screen, and that's something I appreciate about him" Sonakshi said.The upcoming series is set in the midst of multiple power struggles in Heeramandi, Lahore (now part of Pakistan), and more generally in undivided, pre-independence India, where anti-colonial freedom movements were emerging.

Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' starring Sonakshi Sinha, Richa Chadha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Manisha Koirala, Sharmin Segal, and Sanjeeda Shaikh are all set to unveil its first track 'Sakal Ban' on the global stage of Miss World.This song will also be the first track from Bhansali's new music label, Bhansali Music.'Sakal ban' will be a traditional song that will feature all the leading ladies of 'Heeramandi'.As per the source, "The first song of 'Bhansali Music', 'Sakal Ban' which also marks the first song of Bhansali's 'Heeramandi' will be launched on a global platform of Miss World. For the first time will see a song having a world stage launch on the prestigious podium of 'Miss World'."Sanjay Leela Bhansali, who is known for his blockbuster films like 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam', 'Black', 'Ram-Leela', 'Bajirao Mastani', 'Padmaavat', 'Devdas', 'Saawariya' and 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' entered the musical world and launched his own music label on Thursday.Taking to Instagram, Bhansali Productions treated fans with the exciting news and captioned it, "Music brings me great joy and peace. It's an integral part of my being. I am now launching my own music label "Bhansali Music." I wish the audience to experience the same joy and spiritual connect that I feel when I listen to or create music."With Bhansali Music, the filmmaker will extend his creative prowess to the realm of music, collaborating with talented musicians and artists to produce captivating compositions for his films and memorable independent albums.Sanjay Leela Bhansali's cinematic creations have consistently left audiences spellbound, with music playing an integral role in the narrative. From the grandeur of 'Deewani Mastani' to the haunting melodies of 'Black,' Bhansali's compositions resonate with depth and passion, weaving themselves into the fabric of his films. Whether it's the grandeur of 'Deewani Mastani' from 'Bajirao Mastani' or the beauty of 'Lal Ishq' or the colors of 'Ghoomar' from the movie 'Padmaavat', Bhansali's music After a hiatus of 28 years, the Miss World finale returns to India, marking a historic moment in the pageant's legacy. The event will take place at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai today (March 9).For viewers in India, the Miss World Finale will be streamed live on Sony LIV.Talking about the upcoming series, 'Heeramandi' is set in the midst of multiple power struggles in Heeramandi, Lahore (now part of Pakistan), and more generally in undivided, pre-independence India, where anti-colonial freedom movements were emerging.'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' is set to stream on the OTT platform Netflix. It also marks the OTT debut of Sanjay Leela Bhansali.

Taking to Instagram, Bhansali Productions shared a poster of the show's first track that they captioned, "This spring, the flowers of strength and beauty blossom. #SakalBan the first song from #HEERAMANDI OUT TOMORROW! Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar is coming soon, only on Netflix!"View this post on InstagramA post shared by Bhansali Productions (@bhansaliproductions)The upcoming series is set in the midst of multiple power struggles in Heeramandi, Lahore (now part of Pakistan), and more generally in undivided, pre-independence India, where anti-colonial freedom movements were emerging.'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' is set to stream on the OTT platform Netflix. It also marks the OTT debut of Sanjay Leela Bhansali who is known for his larger-than-life sets and opulent costumes.Recently, at the 24th edition of FICCI Frames in Mumbai, Sonakshi heaped praises on Bhansali for his portrayal of women characters on screen."Sanjay sir and I have been trying to collaborate for many years and I'm glad it happened with Heeramandi. The way he portrays his women on screen, nobody is able to do that. He has got a very different vision for it in spite of it being all magnum opus... He takes good care of how his female characters are portrayed on screen, and that's something I appreciate about him" Sonakshi said.The official streaming date of the series has not yet been announced.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali, who is known for his blockbuster films like 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam', 'Black', 'Ram-Leela', 'Bajirao Mastani', 'Padmaavat', 'Devdas', 'Saawariya' and 'Gangubai Kathiawadi', is all set to enter into musical world. He launched his own music label on Thursday. Taking to Instagram, Bhansali Productions treated fans with the exciting news and captioned it, "Music brings me great joy and peace. It's an integral part of my being. I am now launching my own music label "Bhansali Music." I wish the audience to experience the same joy and spiritual connect that I feel when I listen to or create music."With Bhansali Music, the filmmaker will extend his creative prowess to the realm of music, collaborating with talented musicians and artists to produce captivating compositions for his films and memorable independent albums.Sanjay Leela Bhansali's cinematic creations have consistently left audiences spellbound, with music playing an integral role in the narrative. From the grandeur of 'Deewani Mastani' to the haunting melodies of 'Black,' Bhansali's compositions resonate with depth and passion, weaving themselves into the fabric of his films. Whether it's the grandeur of 'Deewani Mastani' from 'Bajirao Mastani' or the beauty of 'Lal Ishq' or the colors of 'Ghoomar' from movie 'Padmaavat', Bhansali's music resonates with depth and passion.Reflecting on the launch of Bhansali Music, Sanjay Leela Bhansali said, "Music brings me great joy and peace. It's an integral part of my being. I am now launching my own music label "Bhansali Music" I wish the audience to experience the same joy and spiritual connect that I feel when I listen to or create music".Meanwhile, on the directorial front, Bhansali is all set for his debut on OTT with 'Heera Mandi'.The show will explore stories of courtesans and the hidden cultural reality of Heera Mandi, a dazzling district, during pre-independent India. It's a series about love, betrayal, succession and politics in the kothas and it promises Bhansali's trademark larger-than-life sets, multi-faceted characters and soulful compositions.The Heeramandi series starring Richa Chadha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Manisha Koirala, Sharmin Segal, and Sanjeeda Shaikh, is set to stream on the OTT platform Netflix.