The electric city of Mumbai played host to an exclusive gathering of Bollywood’s crème de la crème this past Friday, as actor Aditi Rao Hydari graced Ed Sheeran’s party, setting the prelude to the British singer’s anticipated performance in the sprawling metropolis. Dressed to impress in a chic strapless black jumpsuit, Hydari was the embodiment of elegance as she posed with fellow actress Diana Penty, capturing the attention of the shutterbugs.
However, it was her departure from the star-studded soirée that fueled curiosity and whispers of romance. The ‘Padmaavat’ star left the bash in the company of her partner, fellow actor Siddharth. Despite the prying eyes of paparazzi, the two managed a discreet exit, with Hydari captured blushing and hiding her face in the rear seat of Siddharth’s car, a testament to their attempt to keep their personal life away from the relentless spotlight.
The two actors have maintained a resolute silence on their burgeoning relationship, letting speculation run amok among their enthusiastic fans. It is rumored that love blossomed between the pair back in 2021 on the sets of ‘Maha Samundram’, their film together. Bridging the gap between their private and public life, Hydari and Siddharth chose the commencement of the New Year 2024 to make their bond Instagram official with a caption that read, “Happy blessed grateful. To magic happiness love laughter unicorns rainbows and fairy dust #happynewyear to you all 2024.”
The Delhi-6 starlet, whose previous marriage to actor Satyadeep Mishra concluded some years prior, has never ceased to amaze her multitude of admirers with her professional endeavors. Hydari is set to grace the silver screen in the forthcoming, tantalizing Indo-U.K co-production titled ‘Lioness’. The film draws inspiration from historian Peter Bance’s research, which unveiled the remarkable story of Princess Sophia Duleep. Hydari’s role crosses timelines, as the narrative spotlights the lives of two British Punjabi women, hailing from differing eras but connected by their heritage.
Adding to her list of awaited appearances, Hydari has been roped into the lavish and much-talked-about Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s web spectacle ‘Heeramandi’. The ensemble cast boasts notable names such as Sonakshi Sinha, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Manisha Koirala, Richa Chadha, and Sharmin Segal. Hydari’s upcoming persona, Bibbojaan, is sketched as a soul seeking liberty, not solely for herself but for others, hinting at a narrative rich with struggles for empowerment.
‘Heeramandi’ promises to immerse its audience in the complex dynamics of power in pre-independence India, specifically in a Lahore that predated the nation’s partition, amidst burgeoning anti-colonial freedom movements. Yet, anxious fans must wait a tad longer, as the official release date remains veiled in mystery.
Hydari’s versatility as an artist is further exemplified in her collaboration with A.R Rahman on the silent film ‘Gandhi Talks’. Directed by Kishor Pandurang Belekar, Aditi will shine among a star-studded cast including Vijay Sethupathi, Arvind Swami, and Siddharth Jadhav.
As the city of Mumbai buzzed with energy from Ed Sheeran’s impending concert, it’s clear that Bollywood too hums with the talent and artistry of actors like Aditi Rao Hydari, who continue to dazzle both on-screen and off. With a lineup of explosive projects geared up for release, Aditi Rao Hydari’s trajectory in Indian cinema seems not just promising but positively stellar.
(With inputs from ANI)
