Sanjay Leela Bhansali is one of the most prominent filmmakers in Indian cinema, known for delivering cinematic masterpieces. With his exceptional art of storytelling, he has consistently provided the audience with wholesome entertainment. Now, he is gearing up for his next project, LOVE & WAR, and everyone is eagerly awaiting its release.
Among his many acclaimed films is Black, which was released in 2005. This one-of-a-kind masterpiece is also one of the few Bollywood films to have its own Turkish remake.
Yes, Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Black was remade as a Turkish film titled Benim Dunyam. Directed by Turkish filmmaker Uğur Yücel, the film was released in 2013. This speaks volumes about the global impact of SLB’s cinema.
Black, released in 2005, starred Amitabh Bachchan and Rani Mukerji in the lead roles. Directed by SLB, the film tells the story of Michelle (Mukerji), a deafblind woman, and her relationship with her teacher, Debraj (Bachchan), an elderly alcoholic who later develops Alzheimer’s disease. The film received immense love and appreciation and went on to win several accolades, including the Best Actor Award, the Best Feature Film Award in Hindi, and the Best Costume Design Award at the 53rd National Film Awards.
Further more, the anticipation builds for SLB’s next LOVE & WAR. It’s thrilling to look forward to the monumental collaboration of Sanjay Leela Bhansali and the talented trio of Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal on the big screen in the film. The film will be released on March 20, 2026.
