In a recent interview, Sanjay Leela Bhansali opened up about the reason behind casting Deepika Padukone in Ram Leela. For the unversed, 2013 was a golden year for the actor, as she gave four back-to-back 100 crore films (significant at that time) and one of them was with SLB.

In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, filmmaker, Sanjay Leela Bhansali recalls being 'frozen' by Deepika Padukone's beauty during their first meeting.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali spoke about meeting Deepika Padukone for the first time and how her beauty and grace captivated him the moment he saw her.

Acclaimed filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali recently opened up about meeting actor Deepika Padukone for the first time. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter India, he said he was "mesmerized" by her beauty and voice.

Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali and actress Deepika Padukone share a strong professional bond, having collaborated on several acclaimed films, including 'Goliyon Ki Raasleela', 'Ram-Leela', 'Bajirao Mastani',

Deepika Padukone continues to write and rewrite history at the box-office. In 2023, she had two consecutive 1000 crore blockbusters- Jawan and Pathaan

Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Deepika Padukone have worked together in three films so far. They are Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, Bajirao Mastani and Padmaavat.

Director Sanjay Leela Bhansali recently recalled meeting Bollywood star Deepika Padukone for the first time and said that he was struck by her beauty and voice.