EP-234 | Exile in Banaras, Battle with Cancer, Bollywood Journey & Nepali Politics | Manisha Koirala
Description
Manisha Koirala is a renowned Nepali-Indian actress known for her exceptional talent and versatility in Hindi, Nepali, and South Indian cinema. Born in Kathmandu, she comes from a prominent Nepali political family. Manisha has delivered some powerful performances in iconic films like Bombay, 1942: A Love Story, Dil Se, and Khamoshi: The Musical. Known for her skill in portraying deep and complex characters, she returned to the spotlight with the OTT series Heeramandi, earning significant critical acclaim.
In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, veteran actress Manisha Koirala opens up about her journey in Bollywood, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from her acclaimed films such as 1942: A Love Story, Khamoshi, Dil Se, Bombay, and Heeramandi. She reflects on her experiences within the industry, discussing the ways Bollywood has evolved over the years.
A cancer survivor, Manisha speaks on her advocacy for cancer awareness, emphasizing the importance of timely treatment. She also shares her thoughts on spirituality and the central role of family in her life.
0:00 - Introduction
0:40 - The Cult of '1942: A Love Story'
5:25 - The Story Behind 'Khamoshi'
7:35 - Behind the Scenes of 'Heeramandi'
10:50 - How Bollywood Changed Over the Years
16:18 - The 'Bombay' Controversy
19:27 - The Original 'Dil Se' Plot
24:50 - The Making of 'Heeramandi'
30:00 - Battling with Cancer
37:12 - The Legacy of Koirala Family
45:10 - Navigating Through Bollywood
49:25 - Friendships & Relationships
51:33 - A Director's Actor
53:43 - Political Volatility in Nepal
58:22 - The Massacre of Nepal’s Royal Family
1:00:38 - Role of Spirituality
1:01:41 - Raising Cancer Awareness
1:05:17 - The Importance of Therapy
1:07:00 - Speaking Up on Women's Issues
1:09:38 - Nepal's Human Trafficking Crisis
1:10:50 - Mantra & Goals
1:11:46 - The Importance of Family
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