Overview

• Rani Mukerji recalled shooting Hichki on 6–7 hour days while breastfeeding, leaving home at 6:30 a.m., starting at 8 a.m., wrapping by 12:30–1 p.m., and reaching home by 3 p.m.
• She said shorter days are a matter of mutual agreement, noting that actors proceed if producers consent and step away if they do not, adding that no one is forced.
• Her comments follow reports that Deepika Padukone sought eight-hour days and left Spirit and the Kalki 2898 AD sequel when terms did not align.
• Coverage underscores that the industry has not adopted a standard workday, with ongoing discussion about welfare, pay structures and crew impact.
• Mukerji highlighted the distinct physical and emotional demands of motherhood, noting she took career breaks and that men do not experience comparable changes.