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Bhumi Pednekar, one of many celebrated actors of right this moment, has all the time been fearless when it got here to the movie decisions she has made. Notably, the actor’s character, that of Sumi, a lesbian sports activities coach in her newest movie Badhaai Do was appreciated by the viewers in addition to the critics and she or he was awarded the Filmfare for Best Actress (Critics) this yr. Now, in an unique chat with ETimes, the actress spoke about her emotions in the direction of the LGBTQIA+ neighborhood and in addition revealed that she is a “ally” of the neighborhood.

She stated, “I just feel that love is love and as individuals we should all have equality in every aspect of life. I feel God made us from the same thread and it is not up to us to have biases and pass judgements on what somebody’s life deserves to be. I’m an ally of the community.”

Bhumi additionally spoke concerning the assist she obtained from the LGBTQIA+ neighborhood after her Filmfare win. She advised ETimes, “Winning the Filmfare is more like a personal victory but the love the film got as a whole is a victory for the community. The success and love the film has received makes you realise that our country is changing and our cinema is a part of the changing narrative like in so many of my other films in the past. Badhaai Do is an extremely important film for me, as I have a part of my soul attached to it, given that I have so many friends who are from the LGBTQIA+ community. I got a chance to represent them in a small way and it makes me feel that I’m part of the solution to their challenges.”

Bhumi Pednekar’s movie Badhaai Do received the Best Film (Critics’), Best Actor in a Leading Role for Rajkummar Rao, Best Actress (Critics’) for Bhumi Pednekar (she shared the award with Tabu for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2), Best Screenplay Award for Akshat Ghildial, Suman Adhikary and Harshavardhan Kulkarni, Best Supporting Role for Sheeba Chaddha and Best Story for Akshat Ghildial and Suman Adhikary.

After her victory, Bhumi Pednekar shared a heartfelt observe on her Instagram feed. She wrote, “My third one. Badhaai Do will be etched in my heart forever. Filmfare Awards 2023. Thank you God, my family, friends, all my film makers and my audience. 6 wins last night on a popular platform, shows things are changing and for the better. There couldn’t have been a better time than now to celebrate Badhaai Do. We stand tall with our queer friends with the hope that our film contributed into making this world a fair and equal place for all. Jo bhi ho, Love is love.” In her put up, Bhumi additionally acknowledged her co-stars, writes, director, ADs and everybody who was part of the venture.

See Bhumi Pednekar’s put up right here

Badhaai Do showcased the story of two LGBTQ+ characters – a homosexual cop (performed by Rajkummar Rao) and Bhumi Pednekar, who’s relationship one other girl.  Chum Darang performed the position of Rimjim, Bhumi Pednekar’s girlfriend within the movie, whereas Gulshan Devaiah had a cameo as Rajkummar Rao’s accomplice.