'No one looks convincing' : Fans feel Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi is a let down, suggests this cast instead

Sanjay Leela Bhansali ’s ambitious courtesan drama Heeramandi is finally out with its first look and will soon be streaming on the OTT platform Netflix. The star cast comprises Manisha Koirala , Aditi Rao Hydari , Richa Chadha , Sharmin Segal , Sanjeeda Shaikh, and Sonakshi Sinha . However, the first look despite all its opulence has received a mixed response from the netizens.

Talking about the same, the brief teaser introduces us to all five female protagonists who will be playing courtesans on the show. The tagline of the show reads, ‘When Courtesans Were Queens’ hinting that each and every female character will be a force to be reckoned with on the show. We are then introduced to the characters who look beautiful and regal in golden traditional costumes coupled with heavy jewelry and makeup.

The caption of the same read, “Another time, another era, another magical world created by Sanjay Leela Bhansali we can’t wait to be a part of. Here is a glimpse into the beautiful and intriguing world of #Heeramandi. Coming soon.” Take a look at the same.

However, it seems not everyone was impressed by the much-awaited period drama. One of the netizens said that the ideal casting for Heeramandi would have been the evergreen Rekha, Tabu along with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. The comment said, “No one looks convincing except Aditi Rao and Manisha Koirala. Cast seems a big let down.It would have been great to watch Rekha ji, Tabu, and Ash come together with others.” Another comment said, “I was expecting Rekha Ji.” Taking a dig at the presence of Sonakshi in the cast, a user said, “Everything is going good until I saw Sonakshi.”

A fan, however, expressed excitement for the show too by saying, “Looks Amazing! Can’t wait for the album.” It was earlier reported that actor Fardeen Khan will be also making a comeback with Heeramandi. The show is reportedly based on the life of courtesans during the pre-Independence era.