Director Sanjay Leela Bhansali is gearing up for the release of his period-drama Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar. The show will premiere on May 1, 2024, on the streaming giant Netflix. Since the series was announced, fans have been excited about the new world Bhansali will transport them to with his magic. The ensemble cast features talent like Sonakshi Sinha, Manisha Koirala, Richa Chadha, and more. Heeramandi’s recent trailer release has increased the hype around the magnum opus tenfold.
Created with a budget exceeding $20 million, Heeramandi promises to be a visual feast for Sanjay Leela Bhansali fans. There is a spotlight on every aspect of the show, including the speculated remuneration of its cast.
Heeramandi: Who is the highest paid cast member?
The leading ladies of Bhansali’s show have reportedly secured substantial paychecks for their parts. This is expected from a big-budget production like Heeramandi, reflecting the scale and ambition of the project. According to industry reports, Sonakshi Sinha is the highest-paid actress in the lot. She charged a lump sum of $200k to play the role of Fareedan.
Following Sonakshi’s footsteps is actress Aditi Rao Hydari. She plays Bibbojaan, and her remuneration for Heeramandi is over $100k. Richa Chadha and Manisha Koirala have reportedly charged $100k to play Lajjo and Malikajaan, respectively.
Additionally, Sanjeeda Sheikh, Sharmin Sehgal, and Fardeen Khan have also reportedly secured substantial compensation. Sanjeeda, who is a popular name in the Indian television scene, charged $47k for her part. Sharmin, Bhansali’s niece, cashed a whopping $42k for her role.
Heeramandi marks Fardeen Khan’s return to the screen after a long hiatus. The actor will play the role of Wali Mohammed and has reportedly charged $90k for his part. The show will also star Adhyayan Suman, Shekhar Suman, Taha Shah Badussha, Farida Jalal, and others in pivotal roles. However, the details of their compensation remain undisclosed.
