Heeramandi Cast Fees: Sonakshi Sinha took Rs 2 crore for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s period drama – Here’s a look at how much money others charged for the film

Amidst much anticipation, reports from Times of India and News18 unveil the staggering budget of Rs 200 crore allocated for the project.

Sanjeeda Sheikh, known for her role in Fighter, negotiated Rs 40 lakh for portraying Waheeda.

While Sharmin Segal, Bhansali’s niece, secured Rs 35 lakh for her character Alamzeb.

Richa Chadha, reprising her collaboration with Bhansali, demanded Rs 1 crore for her pivotal role as Lajjo, according to DNA.

Aditi Rao Hydari, playing Bibbojaan, commanded a fee of Rs 1.5 crore, as per the same report.

Manisha Koirala, reuniting with Bhansali after nearly three decades, praised his attention to detail in Heeramandi, reminiscing their earlier collaboration in Khamoshi: The Musical (1996). She disclosed her remuneration of Rs 1 crore for the role of Mallikajaan.

Sonakshi Sinha emerged as the highest-paid cast member, bagging Rs 2 crore for her portrayal of Fareedan.