Shekhar Suman, gearing up for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Heeramandi,’ reflects on his cinematic journey from debuting alongside Rekha to highlighting the contrasting disciplines of modern film sets and the desire for instant fame among young actors. Despite the changing landscape, he prioritizes performance over relationships, even on set with his son Adhyayan Suman.
Father-son duo Shekhar Suman and Adhyayan Suman made a grand entrance at the ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’ screening in Mumbai, arriving in a luxurious red Ferrari 296 GTS. The two actors looked dapper in traditional attire, while Shekhar’s wife Alka accompanied them.
Veteran actor Shekhar Suman has recalled an incident from the sets of his popular show ‘Dekh Bhai Dekh’ where co-star Farida Jalal fainted due to the extreme heat conditions. Suman shared that the cast and crew worked tirelessly without air conditioning, leading to unbearable temperatures. He described feeling exhausted and overheated after long takes, noting that Jalal had also fainted. Despite the challenging conditions, Suman expressed his excitement for his upcoming role in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Heeramandi,’ where he plays Zulfiqar Ahmed, a powerful and sophisticated character. The series also features a star-studded cast and is set to premiere on Netflix on May 1st.
Veteran actor Shekhar Suman has opened up about the devastating loss of his 10-year-old son, Aayush, in an emotional interview. He revealed that after Aayush’s death, he lost all desire to live and pursue success. However, over the years, Suman has found solace in his work and is now preparing for his highly anticipated comeback in the Sanjay Leela Bhansali-directed web series ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar.’
Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s temperamental nature has been a subject of discussion, but Shekhar Suman has come to his defense. He believes that perfectionists like Bhansali often exhibit short tempers due to their impatience with others’ inability to meet their high standards. Suman cites examples of legendary directors like Raj Kapoor, K. Asif, and Mehboob Khan, who were also known for their fiery tempers. He encourages Bhansali to embrace his anger, stating that it fuels his exceptional work. Suman plays Nawab Zulfikar in Bhansali’s upcoming Netflix series, ‘Heeramandi,’ which also features a star-studded cast.
Actor Shekhar Suman reveals the profound grief he experienced after losing his son, Aayush. Despite the devastation, he found solace in acting and was deeply moved when praised by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Suman’s upcoming historical drama explores the cultural intricacies of Heera Mandi during India’s independence struggle.
Actor Shekhar Suman has defended Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s occasional outbursts on film sets, attributing them to his pursuit of perfectionism. Suman compared Bhansali to legendary filmmakers like K Asif and Raj Kapoor, who were also known for their short tempers. Suman’s son, Adhyayan Suman, dismissed claims of Bhansali’s disrespectful behavior towards actors, saying that he loves his actors like children. Despite earlier reports of Bhansali’s anger on set, Ranbir Kapoor made his acting debut with Bhansali’s ‘Saawariya’ and will collaborate with him again in ‘Love and War’. Bhansali has denied being a taskmaster, saying that he collaborates with his actors to create magical moments.
Actor Shekhar Suman, known for his role in the popular 90s sitcom ‘Dekh Bhai Dekh’, recently shared a startling revelation about the behind-the-scenes conditions on the show. In an interview with Siddharth Kannan for his YouTube channel, Suman disclosed that actors on the set would often faint due to the lack of ventilation and air conditioning. Despite the extreme heat and exhaustion, Suman recalls that the cast and crew worked diligently to deliver memorable performances.
