Sonakshi Sinha rebuked those criticising Heeramandi on historical grounds, asserting that the makers never promised a “history lesson” and that the show is “fictionalised.”
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar has been making headlines since its release. While many have praised the show for its visual allure, some are criticising it for historical accuracies. In a recent conversation, Sonakshi Sinha, who plays a pivotal role in the Netflix series, rebuked those criticising it on historical grounds, asserting that the makers never promised a “history lesson” and that the show is “fictionalised.”
Speaking to ETimes, Sonakshi said, “When did we promise people a history lesson?” The actor elaborated on how the show draws inspiration from the real Hira Mandi in Lahore, but emphasised that the makers never promised an exact historical account. She insisted that Heeramandi is a world created by Bhansali. Sonakshi supported the filmmaker’s vision, noting that he is known for his visuals and style, which is precisely what he delivers in Heeramandi. She stated, “He’s selling you the idea of a dream and a vision, and that’s what he’s known for.”
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Sonakshi also pointed out the hypocrisy of trolls who praise the fellow Netflix historical series Bridgerton, despite its fictionalised take on history, while criticising Heeramandi for historical inaccuracies. The actor demanded for Heeramandi to be treated equally and be appraised for its “entertainment value.”
Despite the criticism, Heeramandi has been a hit with audiences. The show debuted at the number two spot on the platform’s weekly top 10 list for non-English language shows, surpassing several recent international titles. It garnered 4.5 million views, with 33 million accumulated viewership hours.
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