Bhumi Pednekar opens up about using fashion to overcome struggle with body image.
Popular Bollywood actor Bhumi Pednekar gets candid about dealing with pressures of conforming to beauty standards while growing up in a recent interview. The Dum Laga Ke Haisha star recounts facing issues with confidence due to such expectations, revealing she turned to fashion as means of self-discovery during those times.
Over the years though, Bhumi mentions her understanding of style and definition of beauty has evolved beyond superficial concerns.
For her today, fashion is a medium of self-expression rather than following trends alone. It allows her to showcase different facets of her personality and state of mind.
Known for her versatile roles, Pednekar notes the tendency to pigeonhole actors. However, her experimental looks aim to break such perceptions, proudly stating her identity as a confident Indian woman.
From glamorous red carpets to quirky Instagram posts, Bhumi enjoys the creative process of playing dress-up. People appreciate her non-conformist sensibilities in an industry stressing conforming aesthetics.
After delivering critically acclaimed performances in films addressing social issues, the actor was last seen in the female-centric thriller Bhakshak.
Her revelations provide a refreshing perspective on fashion, empowering those grappling with pressures to look a certain way.
