Overview

• In a CNBC-TV18 interview on October 9, Padukone said many male superstars have long limited shoots to eight hours without drawing headlines.
• She described the film business as disorganised and urged the adoption of clear systems for working hours and on-set culture.
• Vyjayanthi Movies previously confirmed she will not appear in the Kalki 2898 AD sequel, citing an inability to find a partnership.
• Following her earlier departure from Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit, the director posted veiled criticisms on X, and Triptii Dimri was named as her replacement.
• Media reports have linked the disputes to requests around scheduling, pay and team hospitality, no industry-wide hour standard has been set, and Padukone has begun filming King with Shah Rukh Khan.