Overview

• Priyamani called the eight-hour shift a subjective choice and said actors sometimes need to adjust and make room for production needs.
• After her reported exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit, Vyjayanthi Movies said Padukone is no longer in the Kalki 2898 AD sequel, citing careful consideration and a need for greater commitment.
• Padukone argued that male superstars have long limited their hours without scrutiny and said criticism of her stance reflects a gender double standard.
• Hansal Mehta said 12-hour days feel exploitative and should be exceptional, while Hema Malini and Sharmila Tagore described managing parenting alongside demanding film schedules.
• An old clip of Abhishek Bachchan noting Akshay Kumar’s eight-hour workdays resurfaced as Indian Express recalled Padukone’s prior push for fair terms, including reportedly higher pay than her male co-stars on Padmaavat.