Bhumi Pednekar

Review / ‘The Royals’ on Netflix: Crown, couture, and confusion

At a time when OTT platforms are overflowing with gritty thrillers and intense dramas, Netflix’s “The Royals” offers a much-needed escape into a world of luxury, romance, and family dynamics. At its heart, the series is a maximalist rom-com built on the most classic of tropes — opposites attract, rich boy meets self-made girl, palace intrigue meets pitch decks — dressed in some of our favourite buzzwords: feminist, queer-friendly, and unapologetically fashionable. It is refreshing to see a desi series embrace froth and flamboyance without constantly apologising for it. Then again, being aware of one’s aesthetic does not excuse narrative shortcuts. While "The Royals" delivers big on styling and spectacle, its storytelling often trips on its own heels.

Rajkummar Rao unveils action thriller ‘Maalik’ on 40th birthday

After the phenomenal success of “Stree 2”, Rajkummar Rao is all set to embark on his next cinematic venture, an action-packed thriller titled “Maalik”. 

Arifin Shuvoo shares spotlight with Bollywood stars at 48th TIFF

This star-studded occasion brought together celebrities from diverse nations, with Arifin Shuvoo proudly representing Bangladesh.

Dancing and singing requires 'serious talent': Bhumi Pednekar

Bollywood actress Bhumi Pednekar doesn't agree with the idea that good looking actors aren't talented. 

First look from ‘Bheed’ reveals the sad reality of marginalised workers

The first-look teaser for Anubhav Sinha's socio-political thriller, “Bheed”, which stars Rajkummar Rao and Bhumi Pednekar, is out now. The monochrome teaser introduces the film's lead characters and showcases the struggles of marginalised workers during the 2020 nationwide lockdown.

Bhumi Pednekar continues breaking stereotypes

Bollywood actress Bhumi Pednekar has broken stereotypes even before the release of her debut film “Dum Laga Ke Haisha”, a content-driven movie which was critically-acclaimed and fetched her a Filmfare award for best debut female actor.

“Akshay Kumar is a delight to work with”

Actress Bhumi Pednekar, who is gearing up for the release of “Toilet: Ek Prem Katha”, said working with her co-actor Akshay Kumar in the film was a “delight”.

“It's about being confident” …Bhumi Pednekar

In an industry where slim waists, six-packs and fit frames are the order of the day, here comes the unusual Bhumi Pednekar, embodying a plus-sized girl in her debut film “Dum Laga Ke Haisha”.

May 13, 2025
May 13, 2025

‘The Royals’ on Netflix: Crown, couture, and confusion

At a time when OTT platforms are overflowing with gritty thrillers and intense dramas, Netflix’s “The Royals” offers a much-needed escape into a world of luxury, romance, and family dynamics. At its heart, the series is a maximalist rom-com built on the most classic of tropes — opposites attract, rich boy meets self-made girl, palace intrigue meets pitch decks — dressed in some of our favourite buzzwords: feminist, queer-friendly, and unapologetically fashionable. It is refreshing to see a desi series embrace froth and flamboyance without constantly apologising for it. Then again, being aware of one’s aesthetic does not excuse narrative shortcuts. While "The Royals" delivers big on styling and spectacle, its storytelling often trips on its own heels.

August 31, 2024
August 31, 2024

Rajkummar Rao unveils action thriller ‘Maalik’ on 40th birthday

After the phenomenal success of “Stree 2”, Rajkummar Rao is all set to embark on his next cinematic venture, an action-packed thriller titled “Maalik”. 

September 20, 2023
September 20, 2023

Arifin Shuvoo shares spotlight with Bollywood stars at 48th TIFF

This star-studded occasion brought together celebrities from diverse nations, with Arifin Shuvoo proudly representing Bangladesh.

May 7, 2023
May 7, 2023

Dancing and singing requires 'serious talent': Bhumi Pednekar

Bollywood actress Bhumi Pednekar doesn't agree with the idea that good looking actors aren't talented. 

March 6, 2023
March 6, 2023

First look from ‘Bheed’ reveals the sad reality of marginalised workers

The first-look teaser for Anubhav Sinha's socio-political thriller, “Bheed”, which stars Rajkummar Rao and Bhumi Pednekar, is out now. The monochrome teaser introduces the film's lead characters and showcases the struggles of marginalised workers during the 2020 nationwide lockdown.

November 29, 2017
November 29, 2017

Bhumi Pednekar continues breaking stereotypes

Bollywood actress Bhumi Pednekar has broken stereotypes even before the release of her debut film “Dum Laga Ke Haisha”, a content-driven movie which was critically-acclaimed and fetched her a Filmfare award for best debut female actor.

June 17, 2017
June 17, 2017

“Akshay Kumar is a delight to work with”

Actress Bhumi Pednekar, who is gearing up for the release of “Toilet: Ek Prem Katha”, said working with her co-actor Akshay Kumar in the film was a “delight”.

March 12, 2015
March 12, 2015

“It's about being confident” …Bhumi Pednekar

In an industry where slim waists, six-packs and fit frames are the order of the day, here comes the unusual Bhumi Pednekar, embodying a plus-sized girl in her debut film “Dum Laga Ke Haisha”.