Glamorous visuals, stale storytelling

‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’ delves into the lives of tawaifs during the British Raj.

Anyone who's seen Sanjay Leela Bhansali's movies knows that the director loves glamorous settings. Whether the story hits the mark or not, he always showcases elaborate and rich production designs. The Shahi Mahal of Heeramandi follows this trend.