Sonakshi admitted that she wasnโ€™t the "prep type" of actor but explained that there was one aspect of the role.

Sonakshi Sinha’s play of the complex character within Heeramandi has been most talked about. The actress recently featured on Kareena Kapoor’s show What Women Want, sharing her journey regarding the character and why the role was different for her as compared to others.

A Hunger for Something Different

During the conversation with Kareena, Sonakshi revealed that she had always been hungry for challenging roles. She said she didn’t want to repeat the characters she had already portrayed. “I started picking different roles, and when Heeramandi came along, I knew it was the one I wanted to do,” Sonakshi shared.

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She said that doing a slightly negative role was a change from her usual characters and added that the complexity of the role intrigued her. “It was a character without shame, and the way she evolves throughout the story was something I hadn’t explored before,” Sonakshi continued.

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The Challenge of Playing a Negative Role

Sonakshi emphasised that Heeramandi allowed her to portray a completely new side of herself. “It was my first negative role, and I enjoyed the experience. The transformation of the character, the way she changes internally, was what made the role so exciting,” she explained.

Preparation for the Role

Kareena then asked about the preparation for this character. Sonakshi admitted that she wasnโ€™t the “prep type” of the actor but explained that there was one aspect of the role that required serious attention. “I had to learn Urdu because Sanjay sir was very particular about the lines,” Sonakshi said.

Sonakshiโ€™s candid discussion on her role in Heeramandi highlights her desire to step out of her comfort zone and embrace characters with more depth and complexity. Fans are eagerly awaiting to see how she brings this dynamic role to life on screen.

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Sania Saeed
As a Senior Content Creator with six years of experience, I cover all things entertainment in Pakistan, from film and television to celebrity news. I donโ€™t just share the latest updates, I dig into the history and background that make these stories interesting with a goal to bring readers closer to the lives of their favorite stars, sometimes highlighting the drama and controversy that keep things exciting and make sure they donโ€™t miss a beat of the industry