New Delhi, "I have it and I love it," says actress Aditi Rao Hydari, who considers it a privilege to be known as the face of period dramas, but she also enjoys playing the duck and I'm looking forward to doing a "brilliant mystery thriller".
Hydari's latest is Sanjay Leela Bhansali's pre-Partition era series "Hiramandi The Diamond Bazaar". His penchant for period dramas dates back to 2019 Bhansali's magnum opus "Padmaavat", in which he played the role of Alauddin Khilji opposite Mehrunisa. Since then, the actor has also starred in period drama shows like "Taj: Divided by Blood" and "Jubilee".
Although she is always happy to be associated with projects related to another field, she said that she does not want to limit herself to one genre."I'm lucky that I get to be the face of these great period dramas. For some reason, people and directors think it works and I'm a part of it. I feel very comfortable (working in period dramas)." I do. Maybe it's my love for music, dance, history and culture that takes you into real Indianness.Even in 'Hiramandi', there's this whole Indian art aesthetic, I really enjoy that."
"Having said that, my contemporary life is very important to me. So, when I play contemporary roles, I enjoy them too. In the South, I have done some such lousy things. I don't like being silly on camera or being a fool. It's fun getting made for a role, be it a rom-com or something else,” he adds.In the director's debut web series "Heeramandi", she plays the role of a freedom fighter named Bibbojan, who is the epitome of beauty, grace and character. The show is streaming on Netflix. Not everyone can do justice to acting in a period piece, said the Hyderabad-born actress, who added that she will not ignore what audiences and directors love about her.
“I'm saying, I love it, I own it. Especially during periods, you might want to do it, but you need to be there naturally.People need to feel that you are there, otherwise it will just feel wrong and people won't trust you.
Hydari said, "The actor in me also wants to mix it up and be versatile and contemporary. Sometimes just do something very light and fun." She said she would love to do films like the martial arts action adventure film "Crouchin' Tiger". , Hidden Dragon" and the psychological thriller "Gone Girl". For many, Bhansali's name is synonymous with grandeur, but he believes the director's insights are full of "depth and layers"."The fact that Sanjay sir gave me that life (of Bibbojan) and made it a part of mine is incredible... How incredible the journey must have been for a girl like that at that time. She is artistic, kind, sweet, a Vulnerable. But what makes her special is her fearlessness. Her vulnerability makes her fearless and her fearlessness always makes her vulnerable."
He said, it is unusual to get "heroic" roles like Bibbojan."It's not just the physical (appearance), it's the grace of her heart and soul. It feels so beautiful because as women, our characters can often come off as tone deaf. This usually happens in real life too. There are many layers to this.
The actor said, “Somewhere, the value that Sanjay sir has for women, how he sees women as complete human beings, comes across in many of his actresses, especially Bibbojan.“I love that he has fire and grace.”
There was no real context to playing the role and Hydari said she just went to hear what Bhansali had to say. "But my mother has done research on tawaifs and thumri and she also sings thumri. So when I I've heard stories growing up and when it happens around you, you take it for granted, but it still becomes a part of you somewhere."Consciousness, Dance and Music."
His mother is Hindustani classical singer Vidya Rao.
One of the most anticipated series of 2024, "Hiramandi" has been appreciated for its drama, gorgeous set designs and well-crafted costumes. However, a section of the audience has blamed the series for romanticizing brothels, historical and linguistic inaccuracies. Addressing various reviews, Haidari said that she would accept criticism as long as it has some value."There should be value to what they are saying and they should come with their own knowledge and understanding that they are making these comments. Most people are making noise and that's just it. They have their own opinion but I'm asking Where are you coming from? Do you have much knowledge on filmmaking or the subject, or art? You're entitled to your opinion, but I'm just saying don't be mean."
According to the actor, "Heeramandi" is not a historical but a series and hopes the audience will see it for what it is. "Here is a filmmaker who is great, we should love that man.He is precious to us and our cinema. He has a voice, he's creating something the world has never seen. The world is celebrating this, what is our problem?"
"It's not historical, it's a series about these six women and this whole world. It's Sanjay sir's blood, sweat, tears and love. I'm not defending it, I'm just saying that we Why can't we have bigger hearts? Why can't we celebrate different types of art?Understand the intention and enjoy it.""Heeramandi" also stars Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Sanjeeda Sheikh, Rich Chadha, Sharmin Sehgal, Fardeen Khan, Taha Shah Badusha, Shekhar Suman, Adhyayan Suman, Farida Jalal and Indresh Malik.
Hydari's latest is Sanjay Leela Bhansali's pre-Partition era series "Hiramandi The Diamond Bazaar". His penchant for period dramas dates back to 2019 Bhansali's magnum opus "Padmaavat", in which he played the role of Alauddin Khilji opposite Mehrunisa. Since then, the actor has also starred in period drama shows like "Taj: Divided by Blood" and "Jubilee".
Although she is always happy to be associated with projects related to another field, she said that she does not want to limit herself to one genre."I'm lucky that I get to be the face of these great period dramas. For some reason, people and directors think it works and I'm a part of it. I feel very comfortable (working in period dramas)." I do. Maybe it's my love for music, dance, history and culture that takes you into real Indianness.Even in 'Hiramandi', there's this whole Indian art aesthetic, I really enjoy that."
"Having said that, my contemporary life is very important to me. So, when I play contemporary roles, I enjoy them too. In the South, I have done some such lousy things. I don't like being silly on camera or being a fool. It's fun getting made for a role, be it a rom-com or something else,” he adds.In the director's debut web series "Heeramandi", she plays the role of a freedom fighter named Bibbojan, who is the epitome of beauty, grace and character. The show is streaming on Netflix. Not everyone can do justice to acting in a period piece, said the Hyderabad-born actress, who added that she will not ignore what audiences and directors love about her.
“I'm saying, I love it, I own it. Especially during periods, you might want to do it, but you need to be there naturally.People need to feel that you are there, otherwise it will just feel wrong and people won't trust you.
Hydari said, "The actor in me also wants to mix it up and be versatile and contemporary. Sometimes just do something very light and fun." She said she would love to do films like the martial arts action adventure film "Crouchin' Tiger". , Hidden Dragon" and the psychological thriller "Gone Girl". For many, Bhansali's name is synonymous with grandeur, but he believes the director's insights are full of "depth and layers"."The fact that Sanjay sir gave me that life (of Bibbojan) and made it a part of mine is incredible... How incredible the journey must have been for a girl like that at that time. She is artistic, kind, sweet, a Vulnerable. But what makes her special is her fearlessness. Her vulnerability makes her fearless and her fearlessness always makes her vulnerable."
He said, it is unusual to get "heroic" roles like Bibbojan."It's not just the physical (appearance), it's the grace of her heart and soul. It feels so beautiful because as women, our characters can often come off as tone deaf. This usually happens in real life too. There are many layers to this.
The actor said, “Somewhere, the value that Sanjay sir has for women, how he sees women as complete human beings, comes across in many of his actresses, especially Bibbojan.“I love that he has fire and grace.”
There was no real context to playing the role and Hydari said she just went to hear what Bhansali had to say. "But my mother has done research on tawaifs and thumri and she also sings thumri. So when I I've heard stories growing up and when it happens around you, you take it for granted, but it still becomes a part of you somewhere."Consciousness, Dance and Music."
His mother is Hindustani classical singer Vidya Rao.
One of the most anticipated series of 2024, "Hiramandi" has been appreciated for its drama, gorgeous set designs and well-crafted costumes. However, a section of the audience has blamed the series for romanticizing brothels, historical and linguistic inaccuracies. Addressing various reviews, Haidari said that she would accept criticism as long as it has some value."There should be value to what they are saying and they should come with their own knowledge and understanding that they are making these comments. Most people are making noise and that's just it. They have their own opinion but I'm asking Where are you coming from? Do you have much knowledge on filmmaking or the subject, or art? You're entitled to your opinion, but I'm just saying don't be mean."
According to the actor, "Heeramandi" is not a historical but a series and hopes the audience will see it for what it is. "Here is a filmmaker who is great, we should love that man.He is precious to us and our cinema. He has a voice, he's creating something the world has never seen. The world is celebrating this, what is our problem?"
"It's not historical, it's a series about these six women and this whole world. It's Sanjay sir's blood, sweat, tears and love. I'm not defending it, I'm just saying that we Why can't we have bigger hearts? Why can't we celebrate different types of art?Understand the intention and enjoy it.""Heeramandi" also stars Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Sanjeeda Sheikh, Rich Chadha, Sharmin Sehgal, Fardeen Khan, Taha Shah Badusha, Shekhar Suman, Adhyayan Suman, Farida Jalal and Indresh Malik.
