Thursday, June 11, 2026
ADVT 
Bollywood

Manisha Koirala Opens Up About Her Role In 'Sanju'

IANS, 27 Jun, 2018 12:31 PM
  • Manisha Koirala Opens Up About Her Role In 'Sanju'

Manisha Koirala is back in action with her projects in Bollywood, as she is all set to play the role of Nargis Dutt in 'Sanju'.

 

In an interview, the star opened up about her role in the movie.

 

"I was really nervous for the role. But to play as Nargis Dutt is an honour for me. Also, Rajkumar Hirani supported me all through the movie as showed me various movies and documentaries which helped me to understand Nargis Ji," she said.

 

Talking about Sanjay Dutt, the 'Dil Se' star said, "I was always in awe of him. I am his big fan for a very long time. Baba has a heart of gold and has always been really humble."

 
 

She also opened up about working with Ranbir.

 

"He is a very great and hardworking actor. I could not differentiate between Sanjay and Ranbir during the shoot," she saaid.

 

When asked about who could portray her on the silver screen, she took Kangana Ranaut and Alia Bhatt's name.

 

Meanwhile, Koirala is all set to work with Sanjay Dutt in their upcoming political drama, 'Prasthaanam', a remake of a 2010 Telugu film.

 

Written and directed by Hirani, 'Sanju' also stars Vicky Kaushal, Sonam Kapoor, and Dia Mirza in key roles. 'Sanju' is all set to release on June 29.

MORE Bollywood ARTICLES

Everyone Wants A Good Life Partner: Prince Narula On Yuvika

Everyone Wants A Good Life Partner: Prince Narula On Yuvika
Television actor Prince Narula has described actress and fiancee Yuvika Chaudhary as a "good life partner" for him.

Everyone Wants A Good Life Partner: Prince Narula On Yuvika

Want To Leave Viewers With Sense Of Hate: 'Omerta' Director

Want To Leave Viewers With Sense Of Hate: 'Omerta' Director
"Omerta" director Hansal Mehta, who unveiled the gritty trailer of the film here on Wednesday, says his idea behind making an "uncomfortable film" is to make the audience face the truth.

Want To Leave Viewers With Sense Of Hate: 'Omerta' Director

Gauahar To Launch Her Clothing Line On Mother's Birthday

 Actress Gauahar Khan has chosen her mother's birthday on Thursday to launch her clothing line.

Gauahar To Launch Her Clothing Line On Mother's Birthday

Amitabh Bachchan Gets Poetic Over Health Again

Amitabh Bachchan Gets Poetic Over Health Again
Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan turned poetic to keep fans abreast about his health after doctors were flown in to check on him as he is busy shooting a film here.

Amitabh Bachchan Gets Poetic Over Health Again

Aamir Khan: Big B Suffered Back And Shoulder Injury But Is Doing Fine Now

Aamir Khan: Big B Suffered Back And Shoulder Injury But Is Doing Fine Now
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, who turned 53 on Wednesday, said his "Thugs of Hindostan" co-star Amitabh Bachchan's health is better now and he is back to shooting.

Aamir Khan: Big B Suffered Back And Shoulder Injury But Is Doing Fine Now

Narendra Jha, Haider And Raees Actor, Dies Of Heart Attack At 55. 'Unbelievable', Tweet Celebs

Narendra Jha, Haider And Raees Actor, Dies Of Heart Attack At 55. 'Unbelievable', Tweet Celebs
Narendra Jha's sudden demise on Wednesday has left the film industry in shock as his friends and colleagues said he was hale and hearty and was geared up to feature in a slew of new projects.

Narendra Jha, Haider And Raees Actor, Dies Of Heart Attack At 55. 'Unbelievable', Tweet Celebs