Aditi Rao Hydari’s fiancé, Siddharth, took to Instagram with overflowing excitement to share his review of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s highly anticipated web series, “Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar”. With a stellar cast including Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Richa Chadha, Sanjeeda Sheikh, and Sharmin Segal, the series made its grand debut on Netflix on May 1. Siddharth’s enthusiastic reaction underscores the immense anticipation surrounding this much-talked-about production.
Siddharth couldn’t contain his emotions after watching the web series, expressing profound appreciation for its “acting, music, aesthetics, and drama.” Taking to Instagram, he shared a screenshot of Aditi, resplendent in a red anarkali kurta, captivatingly immersed in her performance. “Grateful for the era of Sanjay Leela Bhansali saab,” he wrote, describing the series as a “letter of love and freedom” unfolding in a bygone era, with visuals that enchant the heart and music and verse that touch the soul. Siddharth likened it to a masterpiece that would do justice to the legacy of K Asif saab and extended congratulations to the entire team. Aditi’s portrayal of Bibbojaan, a character fighting for more than mere freedom, adds depth and resonance to the narrative.
The 8-episode series delves into the intricate lives of courtesans inhabiting Heeramandi, under the dominion of the cunning and relentless Mallikajaan, portrayed by the talented Manisha Koirala. However, the tranquil existence is disrupted when Fareedan, Mallikajaan’s niece and portrayed by Sonakshi Sinha, resurfaces in Heeramandi, threatening to unearth ominous secrets from her past and challenge her aunt’s authority. Amidst this upheaval, the series also serves as a poignant portrayal of India’s burgeoning resistance against the British Raj, with the quest for freedom resonating as its central motif.
