After Sanjay Leela Bhansali said he considered casting Pakistani actor Imran Abbas in 'Heeramandi', the latter said, "I appreciate Sanjay Leela Bhansali for providing this clarification." Abbas was called a 'liar' after he revealed that he was approached for Heeramandi. "I would like to encourage my...netizens...to inquire with the other directors...to confirm...offers made by them," he added.