Despite captivating the audience, three mistakes in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Heeramandi’ became the topic of discussion. Let’s find out.
Sanjay Leela Bhansali is one of the most sought-after director-producers in the Hindi film industry. He holds a big name in Bollywood, known for his extravagant films that often feature royalty and grand settings. Recently, he surprised fans by announcing his first web series, “Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar,” Which is creating a buzz on the internet and streaming on Netflix. Even though the show had taken the internet by storm. some eagle-eyed viewers have noticed mistakes in the show sparking discussions on the internet.
Set in the opulent and vibrant backdrop of 1920s Lahore, every scene is a feast for the eyes. It’s said to be the most expensive show ever produced in India, boasting a whopping budget of Rs 200 crores. With a motive that every detail of the era is brought to life in stunning detail. The series stars Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Richa Chadha, Sanjeeda Shaikh Adhyayan Suman, Shekhar Suman, Taha Shah Badussha, Farida Jalal, and a few others in other important roles. It started streaming on Netflix on May 1.
So now let’s delve into blunders that Impacted Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s web series, Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar. Despite its opulent sets and grand depiction of Lahore in pre-independence India, the show faced criticism for several reasons.
Mistakes that impacted Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi
Storytelling was weak
Heeramandi has a stellar cast, including Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, and others, but still, it lacks a compelling story. It gave priority to the beautiful frames over a coherent narrative. This is a reason for disappointment among viewers.
There were Language Misrepresentations
The alignment of the dialogues and language used in the series did not gel well with the authentic linguistic context of 1920s Lahore. Some viewers pointed out that the characters spoke more reminiscent of Delhi rather than Lahore.
Historical Inaccuracies
The series is set in 1920s Lahore, but it fails to represent the historical context accurately. As per the viewers, there are some geographical inaccuracies, such as the absence of prominent landmarks like the Shahi Qilla-Grand Mosque’s dome and minarets skyline. They are currently visible in Lahore today.
Now the interesting thing is that despite its flaws, the series managed to captivate audiences with its luxuriousness and glittery sets, making it a top spot on the streaming platform.
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