Bhumi Pednekar's Resilient Comeback in 'Daldal' Amidst Social Media Criticism

Bhumi Pednekar's Strong Return with 'Daldal'

Actress Bhumi Pednekar has made a remarkable return to the spotlight with the crime thriller series Daldal, created by Suresh Triveni, now available on Prime Video. Following some criticism of her previous roles on social media, Bhumi's latest performance has garnered positive attention. In an exclusive discussion with Zoom, Suresh defended her against online trolls, emphasizing the need for compassion over negativity. He reflected on a time when social media was a platform for sharing positivity and uplifting stories, praising Bhumi for her bold choices in films like Sonchiriya.

Suresh Triveni Discusses the Evolution of Social Media

In his conversation with Zoom, Suresh noted, “When Tumhari Sulu was released, social media felt welcoming and less toxic. It introduced the beautiful concept of ‘sharing,’ which has now been distorted into clickbait. Many users seem to derive pleasure from trolling, which spreads negativity.”

Suresh Triveni Stands Up for Bhumi Pednekar

Suresh further expressed that trolls should not be taken to heart. He acknowledged encountering memes that criticize Bhumi's recent decisions but stated, “Let them share whatever they want; it won’t affect her. Bhumi is an accomplished actress who has made significant choices in her career. She has achieved far more than these trolls ever could.” Both Suresh and Bhumi remain unfazed by the negativity, with Suresh suggesting that people should revisit films by Rajkumar Hirani and adopt a positive outlook.

Bhumi Pednekar's Break from Acting

While promoting Daldal, Bhumi shared with The Hollywood Reporter India that she took a hiatus from acting in 2025 and has not been on set since June of the previous year. This break was essential for her to reflect on the constructive feedback she received regarding her role in The Royals, a Netflix series featuring Ishaan Khatter and Sakshi Tanwar.