Bhumi Pednekar, who made her debut in Dum Laga Ke Haisha (2015) opposite Ayushmann Khurrana, began her career with Yash Raj Films. She worked as an assistant casting director at YRF for six years.
As Bhumi turns a year older today (July 18), we present interesting facts about the first salary the actress received from the production house.
When Bhumi Pednekar revealed her first salary at Yash Raj Films
During a 2023 interview with Mashable India, Bhumi Pednekar opened up about her first salary at Yash Raj Films. Bhumi revealed that she was paid Rs 7,000 at YRF.
The actress said, “I was so excited. I gave my first salary to my mother, she must still have it.”
How Bhumi Pednekar repaid her education loan
The Shubh Mangal Savdhan actress also said that she will repay her education loan from her earnings. “I had taken a loan as a film student, and most of what I used to earn went towards paying off my loan,” she said.
Let us tell you that Bhumi Pednekar had taken an education loan to study acting at Whistling Woods International. However, Bhumi was expelled from the institute due to low attendance.
Before her debut with Dum Laga Ke Haisha, Bhumi Pednekar assisted renowned casting director Shanoo Sharma at Yash Raj Films. During her stint at YRF, Bhumi auditioned several actors, including Ranveer Singh, for Band Baaja Baaraat.
Bhumi Pednekar’s work front
Bhumi Pednekar’s notable works include Shubh Mangal Savdhan, Toilet: Ek Prem Katha, Sonchiriya, Saand Ki Aankh, Bala, Pati Patni Aur Woh, and Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare. She also starred in Durgamati, Badhaai Do, Govinda Naam Mera, Bheed, Thank You For Coming, Devotee, and others.
Bhumi has also worked in the anthology Lust Stories in which she was cast for Zoya Akhtar’s segment. She was accompanied by actor Neil Bhoopalam in this series.
The actress is now gearing up for her next film Mere Husband Ki Biwi. Directed by Mudassar Aziz, the upcoming film will also star Arjun Kapoor and Rakul Preet Singh in lead roles.
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