Bhumi Pednekar recently completed 10 years in the film industry. Looking back on her journey, she shared how she started as a casting director and gradually became a well-respected actress. In an interview with Mashable India, Bhumi talked about some of the challenges she faced in Bollywood, her first time meeting Shah Rukh Khan, and a valuable piece of advice from Akshay Kumar that stayed with her.
Bhumi Pednekar recalls Shah Rukh Khan’s warm hospitality and Akshay Kumar’s lasting advice
Bhumi Pednekar spoke about the time when Shah Rukh Khan’s gracious hospitality left her stunned. Recalling a cherished memory after the success of ‘Dum Laga Ke Haisha’, Bhumi said, “Shah Rukh sir invited me to his home. He came to receive me himself, stayed with us throughout, and even dropped us back. He didn’t leave until we exited the compound. That’s who he is – so gracious, so lovely.”
Speaking about Akshay Kumar’s no-nonsense mantra, Bhumi revealed how it became her guiding principle. “He told me, ‘Beta, bass kaam karti jao. Don’t overthink,” shared Bhumi, and also acknowledged Akshay Kumar’s discipline and focus on work. In an industry that’s unpredictable, Bhumi shared that Akshay’s advice has kept her grounded and humble.
Beyond this, Bhumi Pednekar also shared her advice for newcomers and aspiring actors. “It’s not rosy,” she warned, and said, “If you want to do Hindi films, you need to know Hindi. That’s the bare minimum. Practice your lines, watch films. Don’t come unprepared.”
On the work front, Bhumi Pednekar was recently seen in The Royals. Known for picking bold and daring roles, she played an unapologetic entrepreneur, Sophia Shekhar, and reaffirmed her versatility as a performer. Coming up next for Bhumi is Daldal, wherein she will step into a whole new zone yet again, only to take the audience on a rollercoaster of entertainment.
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