Adhyayan Suman, known for his recent role in Heeramandi, has sparked debate about the Sanjay Leela Bhansali impact on Adhyayan Suman career, specifically questioning if this acclaimed opportunity truly opened doors or raised more hurdles. The actor, who faced industry challenges after starting with Haal-e-dil in 2008 and achieving success in Raaz – The Mystery Continues, is reflecting on his journey following collaborations with renowned figures like Bhansali and Bobby Deol.
Reflecting on Career Moves After Major Projects
Adhyayan Suman, the son of a well-known film personality and someone who has openly discussed battling depression and setbacks in Bollywood, was last seen in Bhansali’s Heeramandi, playing the role of Zoravar. Despite working with such a celebrated director, Adhyayan expected it to be a turning point. In an interview, he shared how the aftermath differed from his hopes.
“After Heeramandi, I took a back step, and it was actually kind of after Aashram I signed a couple of films. But after Heeramandi, I didn’t know which was the most shocking sort of phase to be in. And I didn’t get the kind of roles I expected.”
—Adhyayan Suman, Actor
He indicated that following his appearance in Bobby Deol’s Aashram and later Heeramandi, the trajectory of his career did not align with his expectations of receiving better opportunities. The period following these high-profile roles has left him in a state of uncertainty about the direction of his work.
Weighing the Impact of Collaborating with Sanjay Leela Bhansali
Describing his part in Heeramandi, Adhyayan acknowledged that although his role was smaller, its impact within the series was significant and generated conversation. He struggled to understand why, even after working under Sanjay Leela Bhansali—one of the country’s most renowned directors—and receiving public praise, the anticipated career breakthrough did not arrive.

“I felt Mr Sanjay Leela Bhansali, look, it was a relatively smaller role, but Zoravar was a very impactful role in the show, that’s why he was spoken about so much. And I thought ab thodi kismat khulegi filmein milegi aur kaam acha milega, roles acha milega, but esa kuch hua nahi aur 6 mahine tak muje hua ki yaar, mai itne vakt tak jo hai soch raha tha life mein opportunity nahi mil rahi hai, I got the opportunity to work with arguably the biggest filmmaker in the country today, Mr Sanjay Leela Bhansali, who came out and spoke about me. Still, you know I didn’t get the work, who am I supposed to blame? Myself or the people in the industry.”
—Adhyayan Suman, Actor
His candid remarks reveal feelings of disillusionment within the industry, expressing how even high-profile collaborations might not translate to further meaningful work. The actor’s reference to Bhansali’s praise highlights the complex nature of recognition and opportunity in Bollywood.
The Ongoing Debate Over Breakthroughs in Bollywood
Adhyayan Suman’s reflections bring to light broader questions about what truly advances a career in the film industry. While many believe that working with acclaimed directors like Sanjay Leela Bhansali should guarantee further success, his experience suggests otherwise. This situation may prompt industry insiders and audiences to reconsider how roles, recognition, and real opportunities interconnect in Bollywood.
As Adhyayan continues to wait for the outcomes of his performance in Heeramandi and the impact of his previous work, the discussion he has opened remains relevant—not just to emerging artists navigating the industry, but to established figures contemplating the unpredictability of career progress in Hindi cinema.