Padmaavat starring Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor in the lead roles released in 2018. The film was deep down into controversies and the director Sanjay Leela Bhansali was called out for it.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali, famous for his grand vision and attention to detail, has often been the subject of rumours about being tough to work with on set. Stories about his temper and the high-pressure environment during his film shoots have been around for years.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali credited Vidhu Vinod Chopra for launching his career, initially working as his assistant for eight years. Despite early challenges, Bhansali emphasized his gratitude for the opportunity and noted his sister's role in securing the position.

Many of SLB films have Deepika Padukone as the lead and their chemistry is well-appreciated and loved by the movie buffs. The two worked together for the first time in Golliyon Ki Rasleela Ram-Leela and it was a big hit.

Sanjay Bhansali discussed Vidhu Vinod Chopra's first wife, while Bigg Boss 18's Shilpa Shirodkar opened up about her sister, Namrata Shirodkar.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali recalled being dismissed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra during his struggling day. SLB also shared how he finally got work with the ace director

Sanjay Leela Bhansali shared memories of the time filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra reluctantly gave him his first job as an assistant.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Deepika Padukone have worked together in three films so far. They are Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, Bajirao Mastani and Padmaavat.