On the occasion of Children&rsquo;s Day, actor Bhumi Pednekar reflected on the powerful stories of children that have shaped her worldview, sharing how her experience filming &ldquo;Bhakshak&rdquo; left a deep emotional impact on her.
Posting a series of photos with children on Instagram, Pednekar wrote, &ldquo;This Children&rsquo;s Day, my heart is full thinking about all the children, whose stories have stayed with me, shaped me, and changed the way I see the world. Bhakshak was one of the hardest journeys I&rsquo;ve taken as an actor. It opened my eyes to the harsh realities so many children face, the fear, the silence, the invisibility.&rdquo;
She added that portraying the role was emotionally challenging. &ldquo;Living that truth, even for a film, shook me deeply. And then there are the children I met at Abhyudaya Ashram, full of resilience, joy, dreams, and an inner strength that humbles me every time. They are a reminder of how far compassion, safety, and dignity can take a child.&rdquo;
Expanding on her thoughts, the actor said her understanding of &ldquo;children&rdquo; goes beyond human beings. 
&ldquo;But my idea of "children" extends beyond just us humans. Whenever I look at India&rsquo;s street dogs innocent, trusting, vulnerable, I see children of this earth. Born into the streets, dependent on our kindness, deserving of protection, care, and a place in our world without fear. They too are voiceless little beings trying to survive in a world that doesn&rsquo;t always make space for them. What the world needs to is empathy and space for all #HappyChildrensDay.&rdquo;
Directed by Pulkit, &ldquo;Bhakshak&rdquo; follows the story of a local journalist who uncovers disturbing cases of abuse at a shelter for young girls. 
The investigative drama sheds light on systemic neglect and the invisible struggles of vulnerable children, themes that Pednekar said have profoundly influenced her perspective.
&mdash;IANS

Actress posing with kids during outreach visit

Bhumi says ‘Bhakshak’ revealed the harsh realities faced by vulnerable children in society

Bhumi Says ‘Bhakshak’ Exposed Child Realities

Bhumi says ‘Bhakshak’ revealed the harsh realities faced by vulnerable children in society

November 15, 2025 | 24:19 IST