I want to do everything in my capacity to make sure that I can help as many as I can in my country: Bhumi Pednekar (Ld)

Mumbai, Oct 3 (IANS) Bollywood actress Bhumi Pednekar opened up about the larger purpose behind her work, emphasising how she uses her platform to drive social change and “do everything to make sure that I can help as many as I can in my country.”

In an exclusive quote to IANS, the actress shared that beyond entertainment, her work aims to shift mindsets and uplift communities across India.

Reflecting on the recent floods in Jammu, Bhumi said the disaster reminded her of her roots and underscored the gratitude artists owe to their audiences.

She shared, “I know that my work has more than just entertainment. It’s helping in changing a mindset. It’s helping in uplifting communities, especially in my country. I really want to do everything in my capacity to make sure that I can help as many as I can in my country.”

In her speech, the ‘Dum Laga Ke Haisha’ actress also highlighted that actors, singers, and other public figures often succeed because everyday people support their work — buying tickets, attending shows, and sharing their stories.

Bhumi Pednekar who is a climate warrior recently attended the Milken Institute Asia Summit, 2025 in Singapore. The actress, who has long used her celebrity status to highlight social and environmental issues, emphasized that her work goes far beyond cinema. “Yes, my bio says actress, but it also says climate warrior and advocate. I think that part of my work is just as important,” she said, addressing an audience that included policymakers and changemakers from across Asia.

Earlier on August 15, the actress opened up about how her parents instilled in her a deep sense of patriotism. In an Instagram post, Bhumi shared that for them, the nation always came first. She posted a heartfelt video featuring her mother, who grew emotional while expressing her love for the country. In the caption section, the ‘Badhaai Do’ actress said she wears her “nationality as a badge of honour.”

“Randomly filmed mom on our drive to the factory and her words stayed with me. Growing up listening to her and my dad’s stories of a time when opportunities were fewer, but that didn’t limit their dream for their country. For them India always came first. I have inherited my love for India from them and I wear my nationality as a badge of honour.”

On the professional front, the 36-year-old actress was recently seen in the Netflix series ‘The Royals’ where she portrayed the role of Sophia, an ambitious start-up CEO. The show also featured Ishaan Khatter and Zeenat Aman in pivotal roles.

Up next, Bhumi will be seen in ‘Daldal’, where she steps into the role of a police officer. She also has the highly anticipated period drama ‘Takht’ lined up, adding to her exciting slate of projects.

–IANS

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