Indian filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, known for his visually stunning and emotionally charged historical epics, has recently shed light on his creative process behind the highly talked about series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar. Bhansali, whose dedication extends beyond box office success, prioritizes crafting immersive experiences for his audience.
This series marked his first for a streaming platform and did get mixed reactions for its historical accuracy. Also it fell heavily in 2nd week in terms of viewing.
Bhansali Hints At Possibility Of Sequel Of Heeramandi
In a recent interview with Bollywood Hungama, Bhansali discussed his vision for Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar. He also talked about the series getting mixed reactions and whether it will be renewed for a season 2. Bhansali said, “First of all, thank you for loving season one. But season two happens or not happens, happens with Netflix announcing it if they want to go ahead with it. They are the producers and they’re the best producers ever I have worked with in 30 years. I keep telling them as I’ve done some good karma that I have had the chance to work with people like y’all. But the decision to do season two comes from them not from me.”
About Heeramandi
Heeramandi, which translates to “Diamond Market,” delves into the lives of courtesans within Lahore’s red-light district during the British Raj. The series boasts an ensemble cast, including established actresses like Manisha Koirala and Sonakshi Sinha, alongside Aditi Rao Hydari, Richa Chadha, Sharmin Segal and Sanjeeda Shaikh. The series also stars Fardeen Khan, Shekhar Suman, Taha Shah Badussha, and Adhyayan Suman. Set in 1940s Lahore, the series promises a captivating drama amidst the courtesan culture.
Declining Viewership Of Heeramandi
Despite retaining its position as the second most-watched non-English series from May 6 to May 12, the show saw a slight decline in views.
In its initial week, Heeramandi amassed 4.5 million views, while in its second week, it garnered 4 million views. The Spanish crime thriller The Asunta Caseclaimed the top spot with 5 million views. The series spans a total runtime of seven hours and 19 minutes.
With a total of 8.5 million views and 62.3 million hours watched over 12 days, Bhansali’s creation has maintained its position among the top 10 trending series in 32 countries during its second week.
It has secured the number-one spot in various regions including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, UAE, and Saudi Arabia, among others.
Typically, major series witness an upsurge in viewership during their second weeks, but Heeramandi seems to have bucked this trend.
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