Shivangi Joshi Replaced By Sharmin Segal In Heeramandi: Fans React To Casting Choice

Heeramandi: The series Heeramandi received praise for its cinematography, grand aesthetic, and plot. However, it faced significant criticism online for its casting choices, particularly Sharmin Segal's portrayal of Alamzeb. Critics and viewers found her expressions lacking, which detracted from their viewing experience. Recently, a video surfaced featuring Shivangi Joshi from Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai discussing being replaced by Sharmin Segal for the role in Heeramandi.

In an interview with Pinkvilla, Shivangi Joshi mentioned missing out on a major web series due to being replaced by "someone's daughter." She shared that everything was set until she was replaced at the last minute. She was even asked to consider playing a friend's role instead. The video caption read, "So she was offered heeramandi we all saw her pictures from the audition It would've been a game changer for her nobody would've played alemzeb better then her, positively iconic hota agr shivi play karti. fu** this nepotism."

So she was offered heeramandi we all saw her pictures from the audition
It would’ve been a game changer for her nobody would’ve played alemzeb better then her, positively iconic hota agr shivi play karti.
fu** this nepotism#ShivangiJoshi #Shivangians #ITA2024 pic.twitter.com/P3MWGyLK12

. (@ishqaesthetics) July 24, 2024

The viral video sparked outrage among netizens who criticised the casting process and Bollywood's nepotism. One user commented, 'Are you saying We missed seeing her as alamzeb for that bland expressionless nepo kid . This is so unfair,' while another added, 'Kuch log dekh nahi pa rahe. She auditioned for a role they liked her work but later on she was replaced so we all think it's heeramandi because one of the casting directors posted her audition videos and pictures. We can be wrong too but that's what we think'. Another user expressed frustration with nepotism by stating, 'She was a great choice again nepo babies getting roles some can't even act'.

More About Heeramandi

Sanjay Leela Bhansali directed Heeramandi features an ensemble cast including Taha Shah Badussha, Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Sanjeeda Sheikh, Richa Chadha, Aditi Rao Hydari, and Fardeen Khan.

The controversy surrounding the casting of Alamzeb in Heeramandi highlights ongoing debates about nepotism in Bollywood. Despite the backlash, the series continues to draw attention for its visual appeal and storytelling.