Bhumi Pednekar, one of the most promising actresses of Indian cinema, has always proven her mettle as a dynamic actress. With each project, she has not just picked mere roles, but has explored the shades of acting in its truest sense. While she is basking in the overwhelming response of the recently released series, The Royals, here’s looking at 7 times she defined versatility with her choices of roles in multiple projects.
*Jaya – Toilet: Ek Prem Katha*
In this film, Bhumi stepped into the shoes of Akshay Kumar’s on-screen wife. She played the role of Jaya and mirrored the conditions of poor sanitation, depicting how it takes a toll on a woman’s health and hygiene. At times when actresses would think twice to pick such a role, Bhumi Pednekar not only pulled it off with ease, but also received appreciation for her bold choice.
*Sumi Singh – Badhaai Do*
With Badhaai Do, Bhumi proved that she’s an unconventional actress who does not shy away from making challenging choices. In this film, she showcased the complexities and navigations of a lesbian after she marries a gay partner. Alongside Rajkummar Rao, Bhumi displayed lavender marriage, a topic that’s rarely tapped upon in modern Indian cinema.
*Indumati Tomar – Sonchiriya*
In this slow-burning thriller, Bhumi played an unapologetic and fierce Indumati Tomar from the Chambal valley, who runs from her house to protect a girl child. As Indumati, Bhumi literally went all guns blazing, depicting a ferocious small-town woman.
*Chandro Tomar – Saandh Ki Aankh*
In this biographical drama film, Bhumi pushed the boundary yet again by playing Chandro Tomar, a strong-willed woman who defies societal norms. It was not just the performance that captured the essence of resilience and love, but her role also marked a personal tribute to her grandmother.
*Vedika Tripathi – Pati, Patni Aur Woh*
As Vedika Tripathi, Bhumi played the role of Kartik Aaryan’s on-screen wife. The actress blended simplicity with relatability and presented the complexities of a marital relationship in a light-hearted way. From expressing vulnerabilities, mischief, love, to anger, Bhumi Pednekar surely touched corners of her character!
*Sophia Shekar – The Royals*
Bhumi Pednekar is winning hearts with her off-beat character in the recently released royal drama, The Royals. Marking her web series debut, Bhumi plays an ambitious entrepreneur, Sophia Shekhar, and navigates royalty with business. Her glamorous fashion escapade in this series is surely not to be missed!
*Vaishali Singh – Bhakshak*
In this crime thriller, Bhumi stepped into the shoes of a journalist, Vaishali Singh, who unravels a dark secret at a shelter home in Munawwarpur, Bihar, when she learns about young girls being abused. Despite facing many hurdles, she fights for the truth, justice, and what is right!
Be it big screens or the digital space, Bhumi Pednekar is seamlessly juggling between mediums, only to do what she does best – serving on-screen perfectionism!
