In an unique interview with India.com, Anuj shared his experiences on the set of Heeramandi, discussing numerous subjects, together with his dynamics along with his co-stars.
Sanjay Leela Bhansali is at the moment relishing the success of his directorial OTT debut ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar.’ Quickly after the sequence was launched on Netflix, it began trending and secured a spot within the High 10 chart on the OTT large throughout 43 nations. Whereas the narrative primarily centres on the lives of courtesans, it additionally underscores one other dimension—the wrestle for freedom from British rule. That’s after we see Anuj Sharma as Hamid of Heeramandi. Anuj is likely one of the most intriguing characters in Bhansali’s present. He makes his look within the first episode, impressing the viewers along with his iconic line, “Aaj se hamara naara Karengae ya Marengae nahi, marengae ya marengae hai” as Bibbo Jaan (performed by Aditi Rao Hydari) fingers him the pistol to take care of the safety of people that might be protesting in opposition to the British.
In an unique interview with India.com, Anuj opened up about his experiences on the set of Heeramandi, discussing a spread of subjects together with the dynamics along with his co-stars. He highlighted that working alongside distinguished actors akin to Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, and Aditi Rao Hydari didn’t overshadow his function within the sequence.
Anuj Sharma on Whether or not Famend Co-Stars Outshine His Position in Heeramandi
Anuj expressed that the shoot set is much like a battlefield for him, the place the recognition of his co-actors is irrelevant, and what issues most is the dedication and efficiency he brings to his function. Speaking about the identical, the actor stated, “No, I don’t really feel that means, neither when working with Alia Bhatt in Gangubai Kathiawadi nor with Shahid Kapoor in Padmaavat. I don’t suppose any actor can overshadow my function as a result of I’ve been making ready for battle in my life for thus a few years, and I belief my weapons, and my weapons are my expertise, my creativity.”
“I’ve a lot religion in my expertise that when I’m within the area, I don’t take into consideration how massive or small an actor is. I simply know that I’m doing my job, and they’re doing theirs. Sure, off-set, I’ve plenty of respect for all these actors, however solely off-set,” the actor added. For the unversed, Anuj has labored thrice with Sanjay Leela Bhansali. He featured in Alia’s Gangubai Kathiawadi and Shahid Kapoor’s Padmaavat.
Anuj Sharma Says He By no means Struggled in Bollywood
When Anuj was requested about whether or not his greater than 27 years in Bollywood and dealing with SLB thrice had modified his life and introduced an finish to his wrestle, the actor responded by saying, “Frankly, I’ve by no means felt like I’ve struggled, nor do I see myself struggling sooner or later. I’m extraordinarily enthusiastic about my occupation, and I’m having fun with my journey in Bollywood. If I had encountered actual hardship, I doubt I might have chosen appearing as my profession path. Being an artist is one thing I really like.”
He additional added, “Sure, one factor which has modified for me is that now even I can maintain my decisions. Beforehand, I merely accepted or declined no matter work got here my means. Now, having had the chance to be part of tasks like Heeramandi, I’ve gained the company to pick out tasks that resonate with me. Heeramandi has been a game-changer in some ways. It’s allowed audiences to really see and perceive my craft, due to the platform offered by Sanjay sir’s sequence.”
About Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s masterpiece options the lifetime of the Tawaifs in Lahore’s Heeramandi. The sequence consists of a star-studded solid together with Manisha Koirala, Aditi Rao Hydari, Sonakshi Sinha, Sanjeeda Shaikh, and Sharmin Segal. The Netflix sequence is about in opposition to the backdrop of the Indian independence revolution, depicting the conflict between the courtesans of Lahore’s Heeramandi red-light district and British Raj officers.