Aditi feels AMAZING that this person suggested her name to Bhansali

Sanjay Leela Bhansali helmed 'Padmaavat' narrates the interesting tale of how a turkey invader Alauddin Khilji is mesmerized with the beauty of Rani of Chittor - Padmavati who happens to be the wife of Rawal Ratan Singh.

Ranveer Singh plays the role of Alauddin Khilji, Padmavati is played by Deepika while Shahid portrays the role of Ratan Singh. However, this film also has a pivotal character of Mehrunissa (Khilji's wife) played by actress Aditi Rao Hydari.

In a conversation with PTI, Aditi revealed that it was Jaya Bachchan who had suggested her name to Bhansali. She said, "It felt so amazing that she had suggested my name to him. I have never had that kind of support or backing in the industry. So, when people who I love and respect so much stand up for me, or encourage and appreciate me, it means a lot".

When asked if she knew the reason behind Jaya Ji suggesting her name, she expressed, "When you get a blessing you don't ask questions. She did mention (the reason) why to Sanjay sir, but I read somewhere that she said there is some purity in my eyes and 'noor' on my face".

The actress was also questioned about the length of her role, to which she said, "I derive a lot of inspiration and strength. Like there was a scene with Shahid and Deepika, I really respect and admire them as people and actors. I have immense faith in the directors I work with, that they have put me there (in the film) for a reason and they will bring out the best in me. I don't think about anything else (referring to length of role). It's possibly a very naive way of looking at things".