The Grand Visionary: Sanjay Leela Bhansali and His Iconic Films

Sanjay Leela Bhansali crafts visually stunning films with deep, emotional storytelling, leaving a lasting impact on audiences.

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Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999)

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Devdas (2002)

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Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela (2013)

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Bajirao Mastani (2015)

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Padmaavat (2018)

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Gangubai Kathiawadi (2022)

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Heeramandi (2024)

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