Filmfare Awards 2023: Bhumi Pednekar and Rajkummar Rao exchange heartfelt notes as 'Badhaai Do' wins 6 awards

The film's portrayal of queer relationships was appreciated by audiences, and with six wins, it is being hailed as a game-changer in Indian cinema.

Bhumi Pednekar and Rajkummar Rao, the lead actors of the film Badhaai Do, recently exchanged notes after the movie won big at the 68th Filmfare Awards. The film won Best Film (Critics’), Best Actor in a Leading Role for Rajkummar Rao, and Best Actress (Critics’) for Bhumi Pednekar. The actors took to social media to express their gratitude and appreciation for the awards. Bhumi Pednekar wrote a heartfelt note thanking everyone involved in the project and acknowledging the film’s contribution towards making the world a fair and equal place for all. Rajkummar Rao also shared a series of photos with the award and dedicated it to his girlfriend, family, and audience.

Film 'Badhai Do' won Best film, actor and actress award in Filmfare Awards 2023

Badhaai Do tells the story of a gay police officer played by Rajkummar Rao and Bhumi Pednekar, who is dating another woman, and how they decide to get married and live as flatmates to avoid pressure from their families and continue seeing the people they genuinely like. The film's portrayal of queer relationships was appreciated by the audience and critics alike. The film also won Best Screenplay Award, Best Supporting Role for Sheeba Chaddha, and Best Story for Akshat Ghildial and Suman Adhikary. With six wins at the Filmfare Awards, Badhaai Do is being hailed as a game-changer in Indian cinema, contributing towards breaking the stereotypes and promoting diversity and inclusivity.