The Economic Times

Janhvi Kapoor's Peddi row explained: Why the actress' scenes with Ram Charan sparked a nationwide debate? Director Buchi Babu's response and celeb reactions

Janhvi Kapoor's portrayal in the recently released film Peddi has triggered a nationwide debate on the objectification of women in commercial cinema. Critics pointed to specific scenes and camera work, while director Buchi Babu Sana apologised and removed controversial portions. Celebrities like Jaya Bachchan, Nithya Menen and Kareena Kapoor Khan weighed in, sparking a larger conversation about gender representation on screen. Read on!