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‘What the hell is going on?’

28-05-2026 12:00:00 AM

Actress Bhumi Pednekar reacts to nine-year-old girl’s alleged rape by two minors in UP’s Ballia 

Bollywood actress Bhumi Pednekar reacted strongly to the shocking case involving the alleged gang rape of a nine-year-old Dalit girl in Uttar Pradesh’s Ballia district. The incident, which reportedly involves two minor boys aged 11 and 12, has sparked outrage on social media.

Taking to Instagram story on Tuesday, Bhumi reshared a news report related to the incident and expressed her concern over the growing violence involving children. Reacting to the case, she wrote, “Please read! A 9 year old girl was sexually assaulted by a 11 year old and a 12 year old.”

She further added, “What the hell is going on! How are we not alarmed and ashamed at what we’re doing with our children. To me both the little girl and the boys are victims of a broken society.”

Known for speaking openly about social issues, Bhumi frequently uses social media to share her opinions on matters related to women’s safety, society, and mental health.