Bhumi Pednekar Celebrates 6 Years of 'Sonchiriya': A Film Close to My Heart
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Synopsis
On March 1, Bhumi Pednekar celebrated the 6th anniversary of her beloved film 'Sonchiriya', reflecting on her incredible journey in the film industry, her versatile roles, and the memorable moments she shared with her late co-star Sushant Singh Rajput.
Key Takeaways
- Bhumi Pednekar reflects on her iconic role as Indumati Tomar.
- Celebration of 'Sonchiriya' reaching 6 years.
- Insights into her diverse filmography over the past decade.
- Memorable moments with late co-star Sushant Singh Rajput.
- Encouragement to believe in oneself through resilience.
Mumbai, March 1 (NationPress) Bhumi Pednekar delivered an unforgettable portrayal of Indumati Tomar in the 2019 action film "Sonchiriya".
As the drama marks its 6th anniversary, she shared a few behind-the-scenes images from the film featuring her late co-star Sushant Singh Rajput on her Instagram.
"6 years of a film that holds a special place in my heart for numerous reasons #Sonchiriya," Bhumi Pednekar expressed while honoring the occasion.
Directed and co-written by Abhishek Chaubey, the film showcased Sushant Singh Rajput, Bhumi Pednekar, Ashutosh Rana, and Ranvir Shorey in pivotal roles. Set against the backdrop of the Chambal valley in 1975, it narrates the story of dacoits who referred to themselves as Baaghis, the rebels. The film's dialogues are entirely in the Bundeli dialect.
Upon its release on March 1, 2019, "Sonchiriya" garnered positive feedback from critics, who lauded the performances, direction, and writing.
Additionally, Bhumi Pednekar recently reflected on her journey of portraying various vibrant characters throughout her career. Celebrating a decade in the film industry, she shared insights into the diverse roles she has taken on and how they have shaped her path.
Bhumi Pednekar stated, "My journey commenced with 'Dum Laga Ke Haisha', and each day since has been a reminder of my progress. These 10 years have instilled in me resilience, passion, and the belief in oneself.”
She added, “I’ve had the honor of playing truly varied characters, from an overweight bride in my debut to a queer character in ‘Badhaai Do’, a journalist fighting for justice in ‘Bhakshak’, an octogenarian defying age norms in ‘Saand Ki Aankh’, a woman tackling color biases in ‘Bala’, and someone embracing her agency in ‘Thank You For Coming’.”
To commemorate her 10 years in the film industry, Bhumi Pednekar even hosted a special cake-cutting ceremony in Mumbai.
