Heeramandi History: Is Netflix’s Hindi Web Series Based on a Real Story?

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Netflix’s Heeramandi has brought new life to the busy, historic neighborhood of Heeramandi in Lahore. The series is directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali who is known for his visually stunning and grandiose films.
With Heeramandi, Bhansali took on a new challenge by adapting the complex and rich history of the neighbourhood into a series. While rooted in historical facts, the series is ultimately a work of fiction. It portrays life in pre-divided India under British rule,