“Bajirao Mastani toughest film of my career”

Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone feels her upcoming film “Bajirao Mastani” was more draining than “Ram Leela”. In Sanjay Leela Bhansali's “Bajirao Mastani”, Deepika plays the role of Mastani, the second wife of Maratha general Peshwa Bajirao.

“It has been the toughest film of my career. I don't like to talk about the effort one has put into, as eventually what is portrayed on screen matters,” Deepika told reporters.

“I worked very hard for this film. When we did 'Ram Leela' it was emotionally and physically draining film, but now, 'Ram Leela' feels easy and effortless in comparison,” the 29-year-old actress said.

Deepika revealed that besides shooting for long hours, the team had to devote lot of time for the film's preparation. “We shot for 10-14 hours, did horse riding, fight lessons, dance rehearsals and dialogue sessions. Bhansali was involved every time,” she said.

Some portions of the film are yet to be shot, which Deepika says will be completed by this month-end.