Bhumi Pednekar Reveals Shah Rukh Khan Called Her To Say Thank You For Doing The Film Bhakshak. How Lucky!
Getting a call from SRK is a dream come true!
As the much-anticipated crime-thriller ‘Bhakshak‘ based on a truly horrific incident about a journalist fighting to seek justice for sexually assaulted girls in a shelter home, gears up for its Netflix release on February 9, Bhumi Pednekar, the leading lady of the film, recently spilt the beans on a heartwarming interaction with none other than Bollywood’s king, Shah Rukh Khan.
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In an interview with News18, Bhumi shared the delightful surprise she received post the film’s wrap-up in Lucknow. It wasn’t just any congratulatory message; it was a call from Shah Rukh Khan himself. The gracious superstar took a moment to personally express his gratitude to Bhumi for being a part of ‘Bhakshak,’ a project produced under his banner Red Chillies Entertainment.
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“The day we wrapped up the film, I remember I was eating dinner, and I was like, ‘oh, the film is done.’ There was going to be a get-together party, and we were in Lucknow, and I got a call from Shah Rukh sir,” Bhumi recounted with excitement. She went on to praise SRK’s humility, saying, “He’s such a gracious man. He just called me to thank me (for doing the film), and I’m like, dude, you’re Shah Rukh Khan.” Bhumi, who plays a pivotal role in ‘Bhakshak,’ couldn’t hide her admiration for the iconic actor. When asked if she had dreams of collaborating with Shah Rukh Khan, she shared, “It is my biggest manifestation since I was a child. So I really, really hope.”
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‘Bhakshak,’ directed by Pulkit and produced by Red Chillies Entertainment, has already garnered attention with its gripping trailer released on January 31. As the clock ticks down to its Netflix debut, Bhumi’s revelation adds an extra layer of excitement for fans, making ‘Bhakshak’ a must-watch not just for its thrilling plot but also for the delightful camaraderie between its talented cast and the ever-gracious Shah Rukh Khan.
First Published: February 06, 2024 2:29 PMBhumi Pednekar on Sexism, Relationships & Bollywood Realities | The Male Feminist
