'Heeramandi' star Manisha Koirala reflects on her battle with cancer; showers praise on Sanjay Leela Bhansali

Manisha Koirala recently expressed gratitude to Sanjay Leela Bhansali in a heartfelt message, indicating a shift in her perspective towards movie roles. She conveyed that she's no longer striving to secure the best roles, suggesting a new phase in her career.

The actor also reflected on her battle with cancer and said, “I have a lot to be grateful for in life… a career that saw a lot of high moments, significant roles, best directors, and friendships that have stood the test of time… and it is with God’s grace that I have been given a second life after battling cancer.

I have also seen the lowest depths in life and took many wrong turns. Life has been a good teacher with all its highs and lows, and I understand the value of time more intensely now.” The actor was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2012.

Manisha Koirala shared her enriching experience of working on 'Heeramandi.' Reuniting with Sanjay Leela Bhansali after 'Khamoshi' delighted her, noting his evolution as a filmmaker and his meticulous attention to detail and grand vision. Koirala also cherished collaborating with a diverse ensemble of talented women on the project.

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She added, “Equally joyful was the experience of working with so many young, beautiful, and talented women. Each one of them was at ease with herself. There were no attempts to pull each other down. No fighting over lines, space, or angles. Or better costumes and hair. They have all been doing meaty roles in their films and earned the confidence to stand their ground.”

'Heeramandi' signifies Sanjay Leela Bhansali's digital debut. The series features a star-studded cast including Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Richa Chadha, Sanjeeda Sheikh, and Sharmin Segal.