Fatima Sana Shaikh Returns To Punjab For 'Ul Jalool Ishq' After Dangal

Fatima Sana Shaikh, who made a remarkable debut with the blockbuster film ‘Dangal,’ has embarked on a nostalgic journey as she returns to the picturesque landscapes of Punjab to shoot for her upcoming project, ‘Ul Jalool Ishq.’ Having garnered applause for her stellar performance in ‘Dangal,’ Fatima is set to create more magic in the same region that witnessed the beginning of her cinematic journey.

Life has indeed come full circle for Fatima as she finds herself once again in the vibrant state of Punjab, where she shot for the critically acclaimed ‘Dangal.’ Recalling the shooting locations in the villages of Gujjarwal, Narangwal, Kila Raipur, Dango, and Leel in Punjab and Haryana during the making of ‘Dangal,’ Fatima is immersed in a wave of nostalgia.

The news of Fatima featuring in ‘Ul Jalool Ishq’ has ignited palpable excitement among her fans. The film boasts a stellar ensemble cast, including stalwarts of the film industry such as Naseeruddin Shah, Vijay Varma, Sharib Hashmi, and others.

Fatima’s last release, ‘Sam Bahadur,’ saw her receiving love and adoration for her portrayal of Indira Gandhi. Her performance, especially in ‘Dhak Dhak,’ showcased her versatility and garnered appreciation from audiences across the spectrum.

Meanwhile, Fatima Sana Shaikh completed 7 years in the film industry in December 2023. She debuted with Dangal and shared screen with Aamir Khan, Sanya Malhotra and others. Fatima Sana Shaikh had no idea about the impact her role as Geeta Phogat in Dangal would have on her career. Speaking about her journey so far, the actress mentioned, “It’s been 7 years since ‘Dangal’, a film that marked my debut in cinema and gave me happy tears, joy, and timeless memories. From Dangal to Dhak Dhak my film career has been a roller coaster ride of emotions with happiness, tears, joys and sorrows.”

Recently, in an interview with Hindustan Times, the actress stated that while selecting a role she goes by her instincts. She tries to figure out if the role excites her. Fatima asserted, “When I’m prepping for a role, I dig deep into the script and take as much as I can from the text that I have. But the characters don’t stay with me. I am out of character the moment I step out.”