The controversy surrounding Peddi has taken a fresh turn after Janhvi Kapoor’s make-up artist, Savleen Kaur Manchanda, appeared to defend the actor against criticism over her portrayal in the film. As debates continue online about the alleged hypersexualisation of Kapoor’s character, Savleen suggested that the actor had previously raised concerns about some of the scenes that ultimately made it into the final cut.
Sharing a post on Instagram, Savleen reposted claims that Kapoor had objected to certain shots during post-production and questioned visuals that reflected the industry’s tendency to oversexualise female characters. The post argued that it was unfair to place the blame on the actor without considering what may have happened behind the scenes.
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“It is easy to blame an actress for the roles she takes, but the actual timeline tells a different story,” the post read.
What are the allegations surrounding Peddi?
The discussion began after several viewers criticised the portrayal of Kapoor’s character in Peddi, alleging that some scenes focused more on her physical appearance than on developing her role in the story.
The debate intensified when fan accounts circulated screenshots of messages they claimed were sent by the actor. According to those messages, . However, the authenticity of those messages has not been independently verified, and the actor has not publicly commented on the claims.
How has the film’s team responded?
Amid the backlash, director and acknowledged audience concerns. In a statement shared on X, he said the team has taken the feedback seriously and would make changes to the portions that had sparked criticism.
Despite the controversy, Peddi, starring Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, has continued to perform strongly at the box office, with the film maintaining momentum during its opening weekend.