'Heeramandi' actress Richa Chadha shares a BTS video of shooting 'Masoom Dil Hai Mera' song, says, 'those tears were real'

Richa Chadha also recounts some delightful moments from filming, highlighting the role of dogs on set as the ultimate stress relievers, noting their tendency to cuddle with the cast and crew during breaks.

Actress Richa Chadha recently shared an emotional post on Instagram about her experience while shooting the song 'Masoom Dil Hai Mera' for the upcoming movie 'Heeramandi.' She revealed that the tears she shed during the performance were real, adding a layer of authenticity to her character's emotional scene.

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The post starts with Richa expressing her excitement to show fans what goes into creating a memorable character. She describes spending two hours on hair and makeup with the help of Tanuja Dabir's makeup team and the stylist Ashish Bogi. She wrote, "Wanna see what all goes into making a memorable character dancing her swan song with a master - The SLB? 2 hours of hair and make up ... got to work with @tanujadabirmakeup and @ashisbogi for #masoomdilhaimera ! Then the heavy, oh so heavy Anarkali by @rimpleandharpreet ! #lajjoheeramandi The cute doggies on set were the best stress busters... you see here me cuddling with the best baby puppers in a break, and our set favourite Bagheera taking a lap ride with Ashis! Some mirror practice of the bhaav, walking to our beautiful set, gearing up for the challenge!!! And afterwards... The tears are real... so you see Tanuja removing the remains of running mascara from under my eyes... tell me what did you think of that last shot of Lajjo dancing. Be honest, DID IT MAKE YOU CRY?"

Richa Chadha also shares some light-hearted moments from the set. She talks about how the dogs on set were the best stress busters, mentioning how they would cuddle with the cast and crew during breaks.

Further into her post, Richa describes practicing her dance moves in front of a mirror, preparing herself mentally and physically for the shoot. She highlights the emotional climax of the song, where her character, after an intense dance performance, ends up with tears running down her face. These were not just part of the act; they were genuine, showcasing Richa's deep connection with her character.

Richa's post gives a behind-the-scenes look at the complexities and demands of filmmaking, from the detailed makeup and costume preparation to the emotional and physical challenges faced by actors.