In the realm of cinematic artistry, Aditi Rao Hydari finds herself basking in the acclaim garnered by her latest triumph, the captivating web series Heeramandi. Her portrayal has elicited widespread praise, particularly for her graceful execution of the Gaja Gamini walk, a signature dance style that has captivated audiences in one of the episodes helmed by the renowned director Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
In a recent candid conversation with Humans of Bombay, Aditi offered insights into Bhansali's creative brilliance and her experiences collaborating with cinematic luminaries Ranveer Singh and Ranbir Kapoor.
Aditi recounted her awe-inspiring entry onto the set of Bhansali's Padmaavat, a mere three days after concluding the shoot for Mani Ratnam's Kaatru Veliyidai. It was like stepping into another world, she exclaimed, I was completely mesmerized by the grandiosity. Her initial scene brought her face-to-face with Ranveer Singh, an old acquaintance. Singh's enthusiastic words resonated within her: Adu, you realize you're living the dream, right? Aditi recalled, He was shaking me, and it hit me, 'He's absolutely right.'
Reflecting on her collaboration with Ranbir Kapoor in Imtiaz Ali's 2011 blockbuster Rockstar, Aditi expressed admiration for his exceptional talent. Working with Ranbir was exhilarating, she enthused. He's one of my favorite actors. His ability to inhabit a character and make you believe it is remarkable.
Aditi holds Sanjay Leela Bhansali in the highest regard, praising his unique approach to filmmaking. I adore Sanjay sir, she declared. She emphasized his deep affection for his characters and actors, creating a nurturing environment that encourages their growth. His passion and love permeate everything he does, Aditi observed. He relentlessly pushes both himself and his actors to achieve cinematic magic, an almost ethereal quality. It's an extraordinary experience.
Aditi's latest offering, Heeramandi, is now streaming on Netflix, featuring an ensemble cast that includes Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, and Richa Chadha.
