Daldal: Bhumi Pednekar ventures into cop role for new web series

Bhumi Pednekar in 'Daldal'


Bhumi Pednekar is gearing up for her role as a cop in the upcoming web series ‘Daldal’, and she’s not shying away from the challenge. Directed by Amrit Raj Gupta and based on the book ‘Bhendi Bazaar’ by Vish Dhamija, the show promises to showcase a different facet of Pednekar’s acting prowess.

Expressing her excitement, Pednekar shared, “I’m naturally drawn to challenges. That’s my core. Have always done this right since my debut… I believe that we are in the age of content and actors can really shine bright with these opportunities. Daldal is the perfect project for me to show a completely new side to my acting performance.”

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In ‘Daldal’, Pednekar portrays a woman who breaks stereotypes by becoming the DCP of Mumbai. She embraces the complexities of her character, reflecting the spirit of ambitious and independent women in today’s world.

Pednekar also expressed her joy at collaborating once again with producer Vikram Malhotra, known for hits like ‘Toilet-Ek Prem Katha’ and ‘Durgamati’. She hopes to create another success story with ‘Daldal’ on Amazon Prime Video, following the positive reception of her recent streaming project ‘Bhakshak’.

The actress expresses excitement about the increasing empowerment of women in the entertainment industry, especially in leading roles on global streaming platforms. She sees it as a validation of her journey since her debut, motivating her to deliver memorable performances.

‘Daldal’ follows the story of DCP Rita Ferreira as she grapples with her past while investigating a series of murders, leading her to confront a chilling serial killer.

Meanwhile, Pednekar is basking in the appreciation for her role as a journalist in ‘Bhakshak’, a tale of unwavering determination for justice. Directed by Pulkit and produced by Gauri Khan and Gaurav Verma, the film features a stellar cast including Sanjay Mishra, Aditya Srivastava, and Sai Tamhankar.

‘Bhakshak’ is currently available for streaming on Netflix, offering audiences a gripping narrative brought to life by Pednekar and her talented co-stars.