Tuesday, June 16, 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

Next I Will Work For Reproductive Rights: Twinkle Khanna

Next I Will Work For Reproductive Rights: Twinkle Khanna
Writer and Producer Twinkle Khanna riding high on success of her just released film "Pad Man", now wants to work for reproductive rights of women.

Next I Will Work For Reproductive Rights: Twinkle Khanna

Dev Patel To Star In David Copperfield Film

Indian-origin British actor Dev Patel is set to play David Copperfield in the new retelling of Charles Dickens' story -- "The Personal History of David Copperfield".

Dev Patel To Star In David Copperfield Film

Gurdas Maan Recalls Era Of Duets

Gurdas Maan Recalls Era Of Duets
Veteran Punjabi singer Gurdas Maan, who joined the music industry over three decades ago, says back then there was not much scope for solo vocalists.

Gurdas Maan Recalls Era Of Duets

Raj Kapoor Still Alive In Today's Audience: Rishi Kapoor

Raj Kapoor Still Alive In Today's Audience: Rishi Kapoor
Actor Rishi Kapoor, son of late filmmaker-actor Raj Kapoor, says the current generation still talks about his father's films and so, he is still alive in the audience.

Raj Kapoor Still Alive In Today's Audience: Rishi Kapoor

Sunny Leone's Cosmetic Range Star Struck To Launch On March 15

Sunny Leone's Cosmetic Range Star Struck To Launch On March 15
Actress Sunny Leone will be launching her cosmetic line, Star Struck by Sunny, on March 15.

Sunny Leone's Cosmetic Range Star Struck To Launch On March 15

Aditya-Rani's Wedding A 'Trial' For Sabyasachi

Actress Rani Mukerji quipped that ace designer Sabyasachi did a trial with her wedding so star couple Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma's marriage went smoothly.

Aditya-Rani's Wedding A 'Trial' For Sabyasachi