Bollywood actress Bhumi Pednekar urges immediate climate action at UN General Assembly

Bollywood star Bhumi Pednekar took the podium at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, urging the international community to accelerate climate‑action efforts. In a brief but forceful speech, she warned that the window for meaningful mitigation is closing fast and that immediate steps are needed to avert catastrophic impacts.
Pednekar highlighted how India is already feeling the effects of extreme heatwaves, erratic monsoons and rising sea levels, stressing that vulnerable populations bear the brunt of inaction. She appealed to governments, corporations and civil society to honor and strengthen commitments under the Paris Agreement.
The actress also called on the youth and cultural influencers to use their platforms to raise awareness and pressure policymakers. UN officials noted the importance of celebrity voices in amplifying climate messages and reiterated the need for all nations, including India, to meet their nationally determined contributions.
Her remarks were met with applause from delegates, underscoring the growing convergence of entertainment and environmental advocacy on the global stage.