Helmed by one of the most prominent filmmakers in India, Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’ is hoping to mark a significant artistic milestone in the realm of streaming content.
Touted as the grandest and most-awaited series of the year, Sanjay Leela Bhansali is all set to unveil his 14-year passion project in collaboration with Netflix to global audiences.
Set in pre-independence India, the series is an epic saga of love, power, revenge and freedom. The characters Manisha Koirala's illustrious Mallikajaan, Sonakshi Sinha's resplendent Fareedan, Richa Chadha's enchanting Lajjo, Aditi Rao Hydari's graceful Bibbojaan, Sanjeeda Shaikh's captivating Waheeda, and Sharmin Segal's radiant Alamzeb personify grace on screen, telling a story of succession, freedom and love in all its forms.
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The story revolves around arch nemeses Mallikajaan and Fareedan are locked in a battle for succession of Heeramandi, where courtesans reign as queens. The only hope is young Alam, Mallikajaan’s youngest daughter. But what happens when Alam relinquishes power and chooses the love of one man over the adulation of many? ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’ is an epic saga of love, power, betrayal, struggle and, ultimately, freedom.
Thrilled with the audience’s response to the first look, Prerna Singh, CEO at Bhansali Productions, said: “As makers, the aspect of storytelling which we enjoy the most is being able to portray characters that are profound and flawed in their own way, and have viewers empathise with them regardless.
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“Very soon, the doors to Heeramandi will open to one and all & you will get to see the magic that Sanjay Leela Bhansali has created with Heeramandi.”
The character posters, true to Bhansali’s signature style, are a reflection of his ability to craft visually stunning narratives that transcend borders and cultures. The makes of the grand series have invited audiences to get ready to embark on a visual odyssey as ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’ brings together a powerhouse of talent and a magnificent world promising to immerse audiences in the coming months.