Bhumi Pednekar Says Fashion Has Helped Her Stay True to Herself

Mumbai: Actress Bhumi Pednekar has opened up about the special place fashion holds in her life, saying it has helped her stay rooted to her identity through every phase of her journey.

Taking to social media, the *Dum Laga Ke Haisha* actress shared that fashion serves as a powerful medium of self-expression for her. Posting an album featuring some of her high-fashion moments, Bhumi reflected on how style has supported her amid praise, criticism, and public narratives.

“Fashion has been my quiet rebellion, my armor, my joy. Through love, hate, and every narrative formed around me, it’s helped me stay rooted in who I am,” she wrote on her Instagram handle.

The *Shubh Mangal Saavdhan* actress also expressed heartfelt gratitude to the creative professionals who have helped shape her personal style over the years. Thanking designers, stylists, makeup and hair artists, photographers, assistants, tailors, and magazine editors, she said their collective efforts played a key role in creating those memorable moments.

Bhumi is known for regularly sharing glimpses of both her personal and professional life with her Instagram followers. Recently, she posted pictures from a family getaway, offering a peek into her quality time with loved ones—complete with indulging in pizza.

“No greater joy than spending time with the ones you love and pizza… #latergram,” she captioned the post.

On the work front, Bhumi was last seen on the big screen in *Mere Husband Ki Biwi*, alongside Arjun Kapoor and Rakul Preet Singh. She also featured in the OTT series *The Royals*, where she portrayed a strong-willed entrepreneur, Sophia Shekhar.

Directed by Priyanka Ghose and Nupur Asthana, *The Royals* boasts an ensemble cast including Ishaan Khatter, Zeenat Aman, Sakshi Tanwar, Nora Fatehi, Vihaan Samat, Dino Morea, and Milind Soman.

— With inputs from IANS