Bhumi Pednekar is once again the target of online criticism. This time, it’s because of her appearance in the Netflix series The Royals. Many social media users are fixating on her lips. Some are even suggesting she may have had a lip enhancement.
Old Video Resurfaces Amid Controversy
Meanwhile, an old interview of Bhumi has gone viral. It shows her confidently responding to similar criticism in the past. The clip is from 2017 when she appeared with Rajkummar Rao and Ayushmann Khurrana for a conversation with film critic Anupama Chopra.
In that interview, Bhumi recalled a strange comment. She said, “You know the most bizarre thing that somebody actually told me was that ‘your lips are too big’.”
She responded at the time by saying, “I said since when is that a problem? I mean people pay in lakhs of money to get that done... They can say the most bizarre things. You should just be aware of what you are and not care.”
In the same conversation, Rajkummar and Ayushmann shared how people criticized their eyebrows early in their careers.
Viewers React to The Royals
Bhumi stars alongside Ishaan Khatter in The Royals, which premiered on Netflix on May 9. The show was created by Rangita Pritish Nandy and Ishita Pritish Nandy.
However, the audience response has been underwhelming. Many viewers have expressed disappointment with the show. They pointed out the lack of chemistry between the lead actors. Additionally, they called the screenplay weak and superficial.
Lips Become a Trending Topic
As criticism of the show grew, Bhumi’s lips became a trending topic on social media. Several users made harsh remarks about her appearance.
One user commented, “Her lips are doing more acting than her in The Royals.” Another wrote, “In recent times it looks like her lips have a personality and screen presence rather than her.”
Bhumi Stays Resilient
Despite the backlash, Bhumi has shown that she remains confident. Her past statements show she doesn’t let trolls affect her self-esteem. Instead, she chooses to focus on her own truth. Her message remains firm—stay aware of who you are and ignore negativity.