📌 Key Points
- Bhumi Pednekar discusses her changed priorities at IFFD 2026.
- She emphasizes staying true to her craft over chasing fleeting relevance.
- Bhumi addresses her weight fluctuations and prioritizes health.
- She stars in Amazon Prime Video’s crime thriller ‘Dalda’ as a cop.
Bhumi Pednekar recently shared her evolving perspective on prioritizing health over film roles at the International Film Festival Delhi (IFFD) 2026. She also addressed her weight loss journey and her commitment to authentic artistry. Bhumi also discussed her role in ‘Dalda’.
Bhumi Pednekar on Staying True to Her Craft
Actor Bhumi Pednekar recently addressed her weight loss on the sidelines of the ongoing International Film Festival Delhi (IFFD) 2026. The actor spoke about the festival and her own journey on screen, while talking about how her priorities have changed over the years.
“I think the biggest thing is that you should not stay relevant; you should just stay true to your craft, because relevance is very short-lived. And it’s exhausting. How long will you keep staying relevant? What’s important is finding what your true talent is, understanding the artist in you. And constantly doing riyaz so that that never goes,” the actor said.
Addressing Weight Loss: Health First
Bhumi has been in the spotlight over her weight fluctuations, with fans and the media constantly talking about her weight loss and gain since she began her acting career. Addressing her recent weight loss, Bhumi attributed it to a drive to stay fit. “I was doing this for many years, where I was increasing my weight, reducing it. Now I have reduced it a little, because as a woman, as your age increases, your body’s ability to take that weight gain and weight loss reduces. So now I prioritise my health and my body over the parts, because at some age, women have to start doing that,” she said.
Bhumi’s Role in Crime Thriller ‘Dalda’
Bhumi started her 2026 with Amazon Prime Video’s crime thriller Dalda, which saw her portray the challenging role of a Mumbai cop with a traumatic past.
Bhumi’s emphasis on prioritizing health and staying true to her craft reflects a maturing perspective in the film industry. Her role in ‘Dalda’ further showcases her commitment to challenging and diverse roles.
