Actress Bhumi Pednekar recently shared a deeply personal and emotional moment from her visit to the Dalai Lama Temple in McLeod Ganj. On May 18, 2026, the actress took to social media to post a series of pictures from her spiritual trip, offering fans a glimpse into what she described as a profoundly peaceful and transformative experience.

Bhumi Pednekar moved to tears after meeting the Dalai Lama in McLeod Ganj

Bhumi accompanied the pictures with a heartfelt note reflecting on her meeting with the Dalai Lama. In her caption, she wrote, “In the presence of His Holiness The Dalai Lama, everything felt lighter, calmer & surreal. The moment I walked away, I realised tears were flowing down my face. It’s a feeling I can’t fully explain, only deeply feel.”

The actress further spoke about her ongoing personal and emotional growth journey. Expressing gratitude for the experience, she added, “I’ve been on an inward journey and these moments of magic fill my heart with gratitude, for the life we have been given. Truly blessed to have experienced a moment of such peace, grace & compassion. A memory I’ll carry with me forever 🤍.”

Bhumi’s spiritual getaway comes just days after reports emerged that she would not be returning for the second season of The Royals. According to sources close to the production, the upcoming season will reportedly shift its focus from romance to a broader royal family drama.

A source had shared, “When you do a romance, it is the story that leads. When the show came out, what resonated with the audience was the family, Ishaan, Sakshi, Zeenat, and the world of The Royals which feels different. We left season one at an unresolved romance. There was no decision to carry it forward. There was no fight with Bhumi. The makers are simply letting the story lead forward organically in the second season.”

On the professional front, Bhumi Pednekar was last seen in Daldal, the Amazon Prime Video series that received attention for its intense narrative and performances. The actress is yet to officially announce her upcoming projects, although fans continue to remain eager for updates regarding her next screen appearance.

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