Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s latest web series, ‘Heeramandi – The Diamond Bazaar,’ has made a significant cultural impact, even inspiring the Mumbai Police to integrate it into their road safety campaigns.
On Saturday, Mumbai Police used their official Instagram account to highlight the importance of adhering to traffic rules, using a reference from the series. The post featured the caption, “Azadi shouq nahi hai Nawab sahib, niyam kabhi na todne ki jang hain,” emphasizing the necessity of following traffic regulations.
The series boasts a star-studded cast, including Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Sharmin Sehgal, and Sanjeeda Sheikh, and has received mixed reactions from viewers. Additionally, it features Fardeen Khan, Taha Shah Badussha, Shekhar Suman, and Adhyayan Suman portraying the Nawabs.
Set during India’s struggle for independence in the 1940s, ‘Heeramandi’ explores the lives of courtesans and their patrons, delving into the cultural dynamics of the Heera Mandi district. This richly textured narrative has captivated audiences and is currently streaming on Netflix.