‘Fortunate that as an actor, I have not been put in a box!’ - Bhumi Pednekar

In an industry that stereotypes actors constantly, Bollywood star Bhumi Pednekar has been a rare talent! Extremely versatile and considered one of the best actors of our generation with stellar performances since her debut in the Hindi film industry, Bhumi Pednekar hates to be put in a box. 

Bhumi says, “I’m fortunate that as an actor, I have not been put in a box. I have dabbled many genres, been part of commercial as well as edgy, disruptive films and fortunate enough to find projects that try and affect social change like Dum Laga Ke Haisha, Bala, Badhaai Do, etc.”

She adds, “I’m glad that it has been hard to stereotype me because in this industry that’s the first thing that happens to anyone. I have only tried to break the mould with every film, with every role. I like disruption. I will always look to do the same. I hate doing the routine. I hate doing similar films and roles. It doesn’t creatively inspire me.”

Bhumi promises that audiences will be pleasantly surprised to see her dabble multiple genres in her next slate of movies.  

She says, “So, one can always expect the unexpected from me. The Ladykiller, Mere Husband Ki Biwi, Bhakshak and my future slate of projects are extremely distinct. Each project is fresh and has a newness to them and they will enable me to showcase my craft in the best possible way.”

Apart from her future slate of projects, 2023 has already seen two releases featuring her and both were critically acclaimed in the form of  Bheed and Afwaah.