Bollywood actress Bhumi Pednekar has extended her support to her Badhaai Do co-star, Chum Darang, who is currently competing in the reality show Bigg Boss 18. Sharing her encouragement, Bhumi commented on a recent Instagram post from Chum’s handle that featured stills from their 2022 film, Badhaai Do, saying, “Chum rooting for you”.
Chum Darang’s appearance on the controversial reality show has brought her into the spotlight once again, with fans and co-stars backing her journey. Bhumi’s public support highlights the camaraderie they shared during the making of Badhaai Do, where they played a couple in a lavender marriage.
Directed by Harshavardhan Kulkarni, Badhaai Do is a spiritual sequel to the 2018 film Badhaai Ho. The film features an ensemble cast, including- Rajkummar Rao, Gulshan Devaiah, Sheeba Chaddha, Seema Pahwa and others
The film was celebrated for its sensitive portrayal of LGBTQ+ themes and showcased the complexities of a lavender marriage—where two individuals enter a marriage to conceal their sexual orientation from society. Bhumi and Chum’s performances as a same-sex couple were widely praised.
Bhumi Pednekar support for Chum has resonated with fans, who took to social media to express their excitement. Many lauded Bhumi for championing her co-star’s endeavors beyond cinema.
