30-04-2024, Tue.
Veteran actor Shekhar Suman recently expressed his delight at being part of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming web series, “Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar.” In a candid interview, Suman revealed that the opportunity came as a complete surprise.
“Heeramandi came to me when I wasn’t expecting it at all,” Suman stated. “As an artist, of course, you dream of working with such renowned directors. But with every project, every path you take, there’s always something new to learn. And working with a filmmaker like Bhansali is like climbing several steps at once.”
Suman harbored a long-standing desire to collaborate with Bhansali. He even reportedly missed out on a role in Bhansali’s iconic film “Devdas” earlier in his career. However, with “Heeramandi,” the wait seems to have been well worth it.
“Even being in one scene of this grand production would have been enough for me,” Suman admitted. “To be a part of this world Bhansali has created, to contribute in some way, is a huge thing in itself. But the connection doesn’t end there. The opportunity came at a time when I least expected it, making it even more special.”
The interview also provided insight into Suman’s collaboration with Bhansali, who was renowned for his exacting and demanding style. Suman, nevertheless, didn’t seem to be phased and even went so far as to support the director’s intensity.
“There’s a great feeling when two actors from the same house (referring to himself and his son Adhyayan, also part of the cast) get to work together,” Suman stated, indicating at a possible on-screen collaboration with his son. “I was observing Bhansali from three different perspectives: as an actor, a viewer, and a father witnessing his son work with such a maestro.”
“Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar,” which is based on the 1940s Indian freedom movement, looks to be an aesthetically spectacular tale. Suman’s involvement in this eagerly awaited project, combined with a fantastic ensemble, gives the series even more excitement. Under the skillful leadership of Bhansali, Suman seems ready to wow the audience with his contagious zeal and polished talent.
