Updated On: 12 February, 2026 12:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Bhumi Pednekar recalls feeling accepted in the industry after the success of her debut Dum Laga Ke Haisha and being praised by Shah Rukh Khan. She says his warmth, humility and respect left a lasting impression, calling the experience unforgettable and deeply inspiring

Bhumi Pednekkar; Shah Rukh Khan
She may have no “filmy” background, but Bhumi Pednekkar has carved her own space in the ever-evolving entertainment industry. From Dum Laga Ke Haisha to Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare and Badhaai Do, the actor has showcased both talent and versatility. In a conversation on mid-day's Sit With Hitlist, the actress reveals how Shah Rukh Khan heaped praise on her for her smashing performance in her debut film.
When asked about when she felt accepted in the industry, she revealed, “My first film was widely watched and adulated, and I saw that the day it was released.”