Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar

Never expected this meandering story from this genius. None of the characters impresses. It's a strain watching pure dialogue delivery. Boring and lacklustre characters that fail to engage.

It seems the makers just wanted to somehow stretch a story to 8 episodes. The sets and costumes will impress only when you have well fleshed characters . Sorry Bhansali ji you have disappointed us.

Too much effort of audience goes in adjusting to names and recollection of past events because the scenes are forgotten due to lack of potency. I wonder why more effort was not put in. Basic principles of scene construction were ignored.

"Heeramandi" offers a sumptuous dive into the intricate world of high-class "tawaifs", with its opulent sets and captivating storytelling. Aditi Rao Hydari shines brightly in her role, while Sonakshi Sinha and Manisha Koirala command the screen with their exceptional performances. Richa Chadha and Sanjeeda Sheikh deliver commendable portrayals despite limited screen time.

In short, everyone was good except SHARMIN SEGAL what was Bhansali thinking while casting her as a lead... I can do better than her.

Yet the costume team deserves high praise for their exquisite work, creating a visual feast with every attire showcased in the series. Their attention to detail enhances the viewing experience, capturing the essence of the era beautifully.

In conclusion, "Heeramandi" is a captivating journey through a fascinating era, marred only by a misstep in casting. Nonetheless, its visual splendor and compelling performances make it a worthy watch, especially for enthusiasts of period dramas.

Powerful performance by Manisha, sonakshi. Interesting storyline..didn't enjoy the last 2 episodes as it was a complete diversion from the main plot. The politics of heeramandi is what makes the story enjoyable...Manisha and Sonakshi along with bibbojaan were really good, even saima and fattu are well written characters on the other hand richa was completely wasted Lajjo was a poor character no graph no depth. Actress who played Alamzeb her voice and diction were good but this role needed a very very good actress and she had limited expressions. Music is very good, it's a visually stunning film too.

The series has a great cinematography with amazing sets and fine silk dresses.

Sanjay leela bhansali is great in this.

The courtesians looks faboulous.

1st 2 episodes put the show with rich content and run the show.

The story or plot seems distorted later and confuses audiences on what exactly the director wants to show.

The plot became choppy with no relevant content.

The story should circle around internal rivarly, rather than roam around british army taking some revenge.

If Plot could be far better, this show would be blockbuster.

Sonakshi's character needs to be more strong and meaningful.

Something which shines too much is not worthy at all same for the case of heeramandi. IT shines and sparkles with the sets , visuals, production , fabulous acting , Over the top cinematography but fails to deliver in Storyline , plot, british part , curiosity to watch more episodes and I think BGM at points. The music of the whole series is average There was no proper intro song or a proper intro, literally no pre intro scene after the 3rd episode and sometimes it feels way too much dragged and long. No proper explanation of relations and the tawaif culture. Could have been a 2 part movie.

Episode 1 to 3 - 4/5 Episode 4 to 6-1½/5 Episode 7- 4½/5 Episode 8-4/5 Good for one time experience with no expectations.