In a candid conversation with Hindustan Times, Sonakshi Sinha opens up about her role as Fareedan in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s highly anticipated series “Heeramandi – The Diamond Bazaar.” The actress shares insights into the creation of her character, her experience on set, and working with the renowned filmmaker.
Fareedan, played by Sonakshi Sinha, is a character that exudes fierceness and unapologetic strength. Sonakshi describes her as a character she has longed to portray, expressing gratitude to Sanjay Leela Bhansali for trusting her with such a challenging role. She delves into the process of bringing Fareedan to life, emphasizing the complexity and depth of the character’s emotions and motivations.
Speaking about her collaboration with Bhansali, Sonakshi highlights the filmmaker’s ability to create relatable yet powerful female characters. She credits Bhansali for justifying Fareedan’s actions and emotions, making her a character that audiences can empathize with despite her negative traits.
Sonakshi also shares her experience on set, describing Bhansali as someone who brings out the best in actors and appreciates talent. Despite initial apprehensions about their working styles, Sonakshi praises Bhansali’s vision and dedication to perfection. She recalls a memorable moment during the shoot of the song “Tilasmi Bahein,” where Bhansali changed the choreography on set, challenging Sonakshi to perform the entire song in a single take.
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