Sanjay Leela Bhansali Announces Heeramandi 2: Women Travel from Lahore to Film Industry
“Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar” fans have a reason to rejoice as the show is making a comeback for Season 2. Sonakshi Sinha, who portrayed Fareedan in the Netflix series, shared the exciting news on Instagram. The announcement came as a birthday gift to Sonakshi, who celebrated her 37th birthday on June 2. The video posted by her hinted at the return of Season 2, with a message thanking Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Netflix India for the surprise.
In the video clip, a group of women is seen dancing to the tunes of Heeramandi’s tracks amidst a crowd of spectators. The performance ends with a drone shot revealing the formation of “S 2” by the women. The background narration sets the tone for the upcoming season, highlighting the struggle of courtesans post-independence. The teaser concludes with the confirmation that “Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar” will indeed be back for Season 2.
The trailer for Season 2 of “Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar” can be viewed below:
https://youtube.com/watch?v=C7vwiHxI6EA
Sanjay Leela Bhansali, in a recent interview with Variety, expressed his dedication to the series, emphasizing the significant effort put into its production. He hinted at the storyline for the upcoming season, mentioning the shift of women from Lahore to the film industry post-partition, continuing their journey in the bazaar under new circumstances.
Netflix India’s VP of content, Monika Shergill, shared her excitement about the audience’s reception of the series, describing it as a cultural phenomenon. She confirmed the return of Season 2, praising Bhansali’s creative vision that brought “Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar” to life.
“Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar” made its debut on Netflix on May 1, marking Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s entry into the OTT space. The series featured a stellar cast including Sonakshi Sinha, Manisha Koirala, Aditi Rao Hydari, and others, set against the backdrop of pre-independence India. The show received positive reviews, with critics praising its storytelling and performances.
Stay tuned for the much-anticipated Season 2 of “Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar” as it continues to captivate audiences with its compelling narrative and rich visuals.
