Fans of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar have been eagerly anticipating news about a potential sequel. The latest web series, which premiered on Netflix, has received global acclaim for its grandeur and impactful performances. However, Bhansali’s recent comments suggest that a second season may not be in the cards.
Sanjay Leela Bhansali reveals whether there will be a Heeramandi sequel or not
In a recent featurette shared by IMDb, Bhansali addressed the possibility of a sequel. Despite the series’ success, Bhansali hinted that the exhaustive process of creating Heeramandi makes a follow-up unlikely. “We’ve made it, I’ve enjoyed making it, and I’m thankful to God that we made it… It was a very difficult project. Nobody else will ever be able to make Heeramandi again, nor will I be able to make it again, because it happens once,” he said.
This statement has left fans with mixed feelings. While they yearn for more of the intricate and powerful storytelling of Heeramandi, Bhansali’s words suggest that the series will remain a singular masterpiece.
Bhansali, known for his opulent filmmaking style, described the project as akin to making “three big-sized, four big-sized films.” The semi-historical drama is set in pre-independence Lahore and explores the lives of courtesans and noblemen amidst the freedom struggle. The series features a star-studded cast including Manisha Koirala, Sharmin Segal, Sanjeeda Sheikh, Sonakshi Sinha, Richa Chadha, and Aditi Rao Hydari. Furthermore, Fardeen Khan, Shekhar Suman, and Adhyayan Suman round up the ensemble.
Bhansali revealed that the idea for Heeramandi had been with him for nearly two decades. “After every film, Heeramandi would come out. But I would say, it’s too vast, it’s too epic to be made into a two-hour film.” Eventually, he decided that a series format would best capture the story’s expansive nature. For now, viewers can continue to appreciate the monumental effort and artistic dedication that went into making Heeramandi. It is currently streaming on Netflix.
