Simi Chahal on her role in Mastaney: ‘Noor is one of the most beautiful looking characters that I have done’

Beginning her journey in the film industry with Bambukat (2016), Chahal had worked with Jassar and director Sharan Art on Rabb Da Radio 2 (2019). While most of the characters portrayed by her so far are romantic ones, Mastaney presented her with an opportunity to be part of a film mounted on a huge scale. With intricate, handcrafted sets created with attention to the minutest of details, the period drama aims to transport viewers to the bazaars of Lahore in 1739.

Raving about the ornate costumes, Chahal remarked, “The costumes of the film are beautiful. Sharan has had an eye for detail and went through each thing himself to be true to history. He went to the market himself and found out about colours and the type of material used. From the shoes to the cap that I am wearing, each thing is made in-house and that feeling was completely different.”

Chahal looks stunning in the film, highlighting the innocence and naivete of her character. As part of the preparation for her role, she tried to capture the dialect that was spoken in Lahore at the time, to further lend authenticity and be true to history.

“Noor is one of the most beautiful looking characters that I have done and I had a great time playing this character,” concluded Chahal.

Directed by Sharan Art, Mastaney is set to release on August 25, 2023.