‘Even More Heartbreaking Today’: Bhumi Pednekar Reflects as Bhakshak Completes Two Years
Actress Bhumi Pednekar has shared a deeply emotional reflection as her hard-hitting crime thriller Bhakshak completed two years since its release. The actress said the film feels even more heartbreaking today, as the grim realities it exposed continue to dominate global headlines.
Taking to Instagram, Bhumi recalled how Bhakshak resonated with audiences across borders when it first released. She revealed that messages poured in from around the world, not merely from viewers who watched the film, but from those who truly felt its impact. However, two years on, the continued relevance of the subject has left her shaken.
According to Bhumi, the story of Bhakshak remains painfully current. She noted that sexual violence against women and children continues to be a disturbing and recurring reality, adding that recent global events have once again highlighted how unsafe the world remains, especially for children. Her remarks come amid renewed international focus on cases such as the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, following the release of extensive records by the US Department of Justice.
Bhumi stressed that children should not be forced to grow up constantly aware of danger, stating that the responsibility of protection lies with society, not with the young. She added that children deserve freedom, safety, acceptance and collective responsibility, emphasising that some films refuse to let audiences look away even after the credits roll — and Bhakshak is one such film for her.
The actress also expressed gratitude to the film’s team, thanking director Pulkit, writer Jyotsana Nath, producers Gauri Khan and Red Chillies Entertainment, along with Netflix, for backing what she described as a courageous story. She also acknowledged co-actors Sanjay Mishra and Aditya Srivastava for lending strength to the narrative.
Bhakshak follows the journey of a struggling local journalist who uncovers horrifying cases of abuse being systematically covered up at a shelter for young girls, highlighting institutional failure and societal apathy.
Our Thoughts
Bhumi Pednekar’s reflection underlines why Bhakshak continues to linger in public memory even years after its release. The film’s power lies not just in its storytelling but in its uncomfortable relevance. In an era where disturbing revelations continue to surface globally, Bhumi’s words reinforce the idea that cinema can act as both a mirror and a moral alarm. Bhakshak stands as a reminder that stories rooted in truth do not age quickly — they demand accountability, awareness and action. As conversations around child safety and systemic abuse grow louder, the film’s impact feels less like history and more like an urgent warning that society cannot afford to ignore.