Sanjay Leela Bhansali is back in action with his OTT release 'Heeramandi'.

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The series will be based on reenacting a pre-independence period in Lahore.

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Bhansali's new series "Heeramandi" stars Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha & Aditi Rao Hydari among others.

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Reportedly, few other veteran actresses would also make a cameo appearance in Bhansali's project.

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Priyanka Chopra was also offered a role as the main lead, however, she declined the same due to her date issues.

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Manisha Koirala took to Instagram to share a photo of herself with the popular filmmaker & former actor Mumtaz Khan in her all white outfit.

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If the rumours are true, Mumtaz will return to the big screens after a long 45 years.

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Heeramandi filming began this year in February & will take at least five more months to complete.

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It is expected to be released in the first half of 2023 but already the movie has started creating its hype.

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Bhansali has delivered absolute masterpieces in the last few decades like Devdas, Ram-Leela, Bajirao Mastani & Padmavat. Thus fans are very excited for his new project.

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