Overview

• In an NDTV interview, Ishaan Khatter called actors' ability to accept long days a "very privileged position" and said time protocols on some sets are abused.
• He urged productions to consider crew members who arrive earlier and leave later, while acknowledging that passion-driven work can sometimes extend shoots by consent.
• Deepika Padukone recently defended seeking eight-hour days and said similar limits by male stars have drawn far less scrutiny.
• Vyjayanthi Movies confirmed Padukone is no longer part of the Kalki 2898 AD sequel, citing careful consideration and the commitment the film requires.
• Reports also link her exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit to the eight-hour request, as figures like Hansal Mehta, Neha Dhupia, Ajay Devgn and Rani Mukerji call for fairer hours.