Sanjay Leela Bhansali withheld food on 'Heeramandi' set? Aditi Rao Hydari reveals why the director kept her hungry
Aditi Rao Hydari, known for her roles in Bollywood movies, recently opened up about her experience working with renowned director Sanjay Leela Bhansali in the period drama series 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar.' The series has garnered both praise and criticism, with its depiction of certain themes stirring discussions. Hydari revealed an incident during the shoot where Bhansali's dedication to getting the desired performance led to intense moments. She recounted a scene where Bhansali's direction didn't immediately resonate with her due to exhaustion and post-Covid recovery. Despite the initial struggle, she eventually delivered the performance he envisioned, fueled by her respect for his vision.
Challenges on 'Heeramandi' Sets
During a chat with Bollywood Hungama, Hydari mentioned, «That happened during the shooting of the first mujra. We started our shoot with 'Hath hojao,' which was the first mujra I did. I had also just recovered from Covid at that time. By the end of the first day… the costume was heavy and my brain was not taking in anymore… I could see what he was telling me, I could understand it, but the firing wasn’t happening.»
Hydari also shared how Bhansali used to tease her for finding it challenging to portray anger convincingly, emphasizing her preference for more subtle expressions of emotion. She recalled a unique incident where Bhansali's storytelling and method of motivating her by foregoing a lunch break enhanced her performance.
«He used to say, 'If I say angry scene, she’ll do one love
