Sharmin Segal unveils: Did Sanjay Leela Bhansali show a softer side on Heeramandi set?

Sharmin Segal's journey in Bollywood took an intriguing turn with her role in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's web series, Heeramandi. Being Bhansali's niece raised questions among fans about whether the acclaimed director softened his approach towards her on set. In an interview with Pinkvilla, Segal addressed these speculations.

When queried about Bhansali's demeanour towards her due to their family ties, Segal dismissed any notion of favouritism. She asserted that Bhansali's commitment to his craft remained paramount, emphasizing that professionalism defined their interactions on set. She said, "I don't think he had any reason to turn softer towards me because at the end of the day, he loves his work and I love my work also so I wouldn't want him to be and he wasn't going to be."

She further said that professionalism dictates boundaries, especially in a renowned director-actor dynamic. She further said, "We are in a professional environment at the end of the day so work is work. It's a very big responsibility, he is Sanjay Leela Bhansali, so I want to do my best and to make him proud and that would require him to not be nicer to me than he is to everyone else. Because it'll affect how he perceives me and my character also and he's very professional, he knows how to draw the boundaries."

Heeramandi, a project long-awaited by Bhansali, debuted on Netflix on May 1. The star-studded series delves into the pre-Independence era, offering a glimpse into the lives of courtesans in the red-light district of Heeramandi. With a cast including Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, and Richa Chadha, the series promises a captivating narrative rich in Bhansali's signature style.