Veteran actor Shekhar Suman, renowned for his illustrious career spanning across television, music, and Bollywood, recently shared insights into his role in Sanjay Leela Bhansali‘s highly anticipated series, ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar.’ While fans hailed his performance as a comeback, Suman humbly disagreed.
In an interview with The Indian Express, Shekhar Suman elaborated on his perspective, emphasizing his dedication to the craft of acting.”I am quintessentially a theatre actor,” he explained, highlighting his selective approach to roles. He emphasized the importance of waiting for the right opportunity, rather than pursuing projects for the sake of visibility.
Drawing parallels with legendary actors like Dilip Kumar and Aamir Khan, Suman revealed his admiration for their approach to career longevity. “There is no point in getting steeped into mediocrity,” he asserted, emphasizing the value of quality over quantity in artistic endeavors.In contrast to common belief, Suman provided an inside look into his partnership with Sanjay Leela Bhansali, challenging the stereotype of the director as a strict taskmaster. Instead, he portrayed Sanay Leela Bhansali as a perfectionist who meticulously attends to every detail and upholds a standard of excellence in his work.
The eight-part period drama web series, ‘ Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar,’ debuted on OTT on May 1, 2022, receiving praise from viewers and critics for its captivating storyline and exceptional performances. Suman’s role in the series solidifies his standing as a versatile and accomplished actor within the entertainment realm.
In an interview with The Indian Express, Shekhar Suman elaborated on his perspective, emphasizing his dedication to the craft of acting.”I am quintessentially a theatre actor,” he explained, highlighting his selective approach to roles. He emphasized the importance of waiting for the right opportunity, rather than pursuing projects for the sake of visibility.
Drawing parallels with legendary actors like Dilip Kumar and Aamir Khan, Suman revealed his admiration for their approach to career longevity. “There is no point in getting steeped into mediocrity,” he asserted, emphasizing the value of quality over quantity in artistic endeavors.In contrast to common belief, Suman provided an inside look into his partnership with Sanjay Leela Bhansali, challenging the stereotype of the director as a strict taskmaster. Instead, he portrayed Sanay Leela Bhansali as a perfectionist who meticulously attends to every detail and upholds a standard of excellence in his work.
The eight-part period drama web series, ‘ Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar,’ debuted on OTT on May 1, 2022, receiving praise from viewers and critics for its captivating storyline and exceptional performances. Suman’s role in the series solidifies his standing as a versatile and accomplished actor within the entertainment realm.
