The Netflix series Heeramandi has attracted audiences worldwide, becoming one of the platform’s most-streamed shows in 2024. While the final cast impressed fans, few know that Pakistani actor Imran Abbas was initially cast in the role of Tajdar. Imran Abbas in Heeramandi could have marked an epic collaboration between Pakistani talent and Bollywood’s Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
Imran Abbas in Heeramandi: The Dream Casting
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi was nearly a decade in the making, undergoing numerous cast changes before reaching its final form. At one point, Bhansali envisioned a dream lineup of Pakistani stars, including Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan, and Imran Abbas. Imran Abbas recently reshared a Facebook post by writer Moin Beg, which confirmed that he was originally selected to play Tajdar, a major character in the series. Photos of Abbas donning Tajdar’s regal attire further fueled excitement, showcasing the elegance and charisma he would have brought to the role.
