Manisha, who appeared in Dibakar Banerjee‘s segment, shared her initial reservations about filming intimate scenes. According to Masala, she praised Dibakar’s receptive approach, noting his willingness to listen to everyone involved, including the crew.Manisha was in Nepal when Dibakar narrated the film to her via Skype.
The actor expressed concerns about the love-making scenes, citing past negative experiences with on-screen intimacy. She openly discussed these reservations with Dibakar, apprehensive that it might present a hurdle for their collaboration.
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Manisha expanded on her reservations in an interview with The Hindu, admitting to feeling unsure about her suitability for the role due to her conservative nature. She suggested to Dibakar that he might require someone bolder. However, having admired his previous work, she trusted his ability to handle the subject matter sensitively and respectfully, which he demonstrated throughout their collaboration.
In ‘
Heeramandi,’ the actor portrays Mallikajaan, a powerful figure who reigns over the courtesans. The series also features Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Sanjeeda Sheikh, and Sharmin Segal in significant roles. A particular scene between Manisha and Shekhar Suman, featuring an unconventional intimate moment, has garnered attention. Shekhar disclosed that the scene was improvised, not scripted.
