Born in a 300-square-feet Mumbai chawl, Sanjay Leela Bhansali transformed from modest beginnings into one of India's most celebrated filmmakers, with a net worth of ₹940 crores. His journey from colorless walls to creating cinema's most magnificent sets epitomises his remarkable evolution in the film industry. Bhansali's early life was shaped by financial hardships after his father's failed film investment in 'Jahazi Lutera.' Watching his mother dance at small events inspired his signature grand musical sequences. Despite being expelled from FTII due to a dispute, he persevered, beginning his career under Vidhu Vinod Chopra's mentorship for eight years. His directorial debut 'Khamoshi: The Musical' (1996) won five Filmfare Awards, launching a career defined by visual opulence and perfectionism. From spending ₹9 crores on 'Devdas' sets to ₹250 crores for 'Padmaavat,' Bhansali's commitment to grandeur became legendary. His latest venture, 'Heeramandi,' features his most expensive set yet at ₹200 crores. Throughout his career, Bhansali has directed 10 films, produced 7, composed music for 3, and written 16 screenplays. His films often sparked controversies, notably 'Padmaavat,' which faced intense protests over historical representation. His relationship with Salman Khan saw both collaboration and conflict, including the cancelled project 'Inshallah.' Sanjay Leela Bhansali was hurt by Salman's statement After successful collaborations in 'Khamoshi' (1996) and 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' (1999), Salman Khan and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's relationship soured in 2010. The breaking point came when Salman made a harsh comment about Bhansali's 'Guzaarish,' saying "not even a dog went to watch it," deeply hurting the filmmaker and causing their professional relationship to deteriorate. Today, Bhansali is known for: From personal struggles to industry pinnacles, Bhansali's journey represents the transformation of Indian cinema's visual storytelling.Original Article by Dainik Bhaskar