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Bhumi Pednekar
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- Born 18 July 1989
- Place of Birth Mumbai
- Occupation Actor, Climate Activist
- Education Arya Vidya Mandir
- Years active 2015-present
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ABOUT Bhumi Pednekar
Bhumi Pednekar: A Rising Star in Bollywood Bhumi Pednekar, born July 18, 1989, is a prominent Bollywood actress celebrated for her portrayal of strong, relatable women from small-town India. Her career trajectory, marked by impactful performances and critical acclaim, showcases her versatility and dedication to her craft. Pednekar's journey began as an assistant casting director at Yash Raj Films. Her debut in Dum Laga Ke Haisha (2015), playing an overweight bride, earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut, instantly establishing her presence. Subsequent successes like Toilet: Ek Prem Katha (2017), Shubh Mangal Saavdhan (2017), Bala (2019), and Pati Patni Aur Woh (2019) solidified her position as a bankable actress. Her critically acclaimed performances in Saand Ki Aankh (2019), as sharpshooter Chandro Tomar, and Badhaai Do (2022), portraying a closeted lesbian, garnered her two Filmfare Critics Awards for Best Actress, highlighting her range and commitment to challenging roles. Beyond acting, Pednekar is a vocal environmental activist, currently working with the United Nations Development Programme to raise awareness about climate change. Her career continues to evolve, promising further impactful contributions to the Indian film industry.
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BHUMI PEDNEKAR NEWS
Inside Sonam Kapoor’s star-studded baby shower: Kareena Kapoor, Bhumi Pednekar and Shabana Azmi lead the guest list
February 08, 2026 7:23 pm
Sonam Kapoor’s baby shower brought Bollywood’s finest together for an intimate, star-studded celebration. Friends and family gathered to celebrate the actress as she prepares for her second child.
Bhumi Pednekar on why she added Satish to her name; how Imran Khan's comeback film healed her: 'I had a huge crush on him'
February 03, 2026 8:04 am
In an exclusive interview with SCREEN, the cast of Prime Video India show Daldal -- Bhumi Pednekar, Aditya Rawal, and Samara Tijori -- and makers -- Suresh Triveni and Amrit Raj Gupta -- talk about creating a slow-burn thriller show and switching from sunshine to darkness.
Daldal Review: Bhumi Pednekkar comes off far too morose in serial killer thriller series
January 30, 2026 1:38 pm
Daldal Review: The seven episode series, created by Suresh Triveni and directed by Amrit Raj Gupta, has an intriguing opening.
'Can I actually act?': Bhumi Pednekar reveals The Royals backlash forced her into a 9-month break, went to Harvard
January 22, 2026 12:58 pm
Bhumi Pednekar says the harsh criticism towards her show The Royals last year affected her to such an extent that she chose to take a break from acting. "I haven't been on set since June," she says.
‘I was burning up to 1300-1400 calories in a session’: Bhumi Pednekar admits she worked out for ‘validation’, and why she stopped tracking calories
January 16, 2026 6:24 pm
Bhumi Pednekar opens up about a phase when fitness became about numbers, Instagram validation and burning 1,400 calories a session—until it affected her health. A psychologist explains how tracking can turn exercise into an obsession.
‘People have even asked me if I’ve had a rib removed’: Bhumi Pednekar on losing 40 kg without injectables; expert on what really drives sustainable weight loss
January 12, 2026 5:00 pm
As weight-loss injectables dominate the conversation, Bhumi Pednekar opens up about illness, discipline, and why long-term effort still matters—while a doctor explains when medical help is actually needed.
Christmas 2025: Ranbir Kapoor-Alia Bhatt pose with Neetu Kapoor; Shilpa Shetty heads out to an adventure park with family
December 25, 2025 8:26 pm
Christmas 2025: Photos from Alia Bhatt-Ranbir Kapoor's Christmas festivities to Arjun Rampal, Khushi Kapoor, Tamannaah Bhatia, and Sonakshi Sinha enjoying the festive cheer.
Bhumi Pednekar reveals her diet and cheat meals: 'I turned vegetarian five years ago'
December 01, 2025 11:46 am
“Discipline most days means indulgence becomes joy, not guilt,” said Bhumi Pednekar.
Bhumi Pednekar launches 'premium water' brand which charges Rs 200 for 750 ml: 'Wanted it to be accessible to people'
August 09, 2025 3:24 pm
Bhumi Pednekar launched her beverage brand recently. Her first product is 'premium water' which costs Rs 200 for 750 ml.
Bhumi Pednekar, a vegetarian now, recalls growing up days in Mumbai, eating food from 'diverse cultures': 'Childhood was full of kekda'
August 04, 2025 9:35 am
There was a lot of fish, a lot of Maharashtrian and a lot of North Indian food because my mother's from Haryana, added Bhumi Pednekar
