Director Mani Ratnam responds to Deepika Padukone's call for extended work hours following her departure from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit: "You'll see to that..."
Title: Bollywood's Burning Debate: Demands for Reasonable Work Hours
Author (Source): Manisha Chauhan (DNA India) - June 03, 2025
"(H*ll) yeah, it's time to talk about that hot topic making waves in B-Town!)"
Deepika Padukone's sudden exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's upcoming film Spirit has sparked a heated debate over work hours and actor demands in Bollywood. The superstar reportedly requested a maximum of eight working hours a day, a condition that didn't sit well with the filmmakers. But, siding with Deepika, veteran director Mani Ratnam expressed his support and stated that asking for such conditions is absolutely fair, given her position.
(FYI, industry insiders claim Ajay Devgn, too, backs Deepika on this matter, proving he's got a heart of gold!)
With Mani Ratnam's upcoming flick, Thug Life, ready for release, he addressed the ongoing controversy and stood by Deepika, affirming that limiting work hours isn't an unreasonable demand. He further stated that such demands should be respected and considered when casting.
(Side note, folks in the Tinseltown are still trying to wrap their heads around Mani's bold words, but I guess it's about time we buck up and set some boundaries, right?)
In a testy Twitter spat, Sandeep Reddy Vanga criticized Deepika, branding her demanding ways as part of a 'dirty PR game.' Things between the duo seem to have turned sour, but let's hope they sort this mess out soon.
(Hey, don't judge! This ruckus is just another day in the chaotic world of Bollywood!)
Meanwhile, other filmmakers and actors are expressing differing opinions on this issue. Pankaj Tripathi, for one, insists on setting boundaries and advocating for reasonable work hours. In stark contrast, Rana Daggubati maintains that working hours in the film industry are not forced but a choice for actors. Some have raised concerns over the feasibility of implementing strict rules in this fast-paced and unpredictable industry.
(Overall, it's clear that Bollywood is going through a slow-burning change, with some actors pushing for better work-life balance and others questioning the practicality. Let's see where this developing saga takes us, shall we?)
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- The controversy surrounding Deepika Padukone's departure from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's film Spirit has escalated, with Bollywood director Mani Ratnam publicly supporting Deepika's request for reasonable work hours, igniting a debate about actor demands in the Indian entertainment industry.
- As other celebrities express their opinions on the issue, the feud between Deepika Padukone and Sandeep Reddy Vanga continues, shedding light on the need for work-life balance in the ever-changing world of Bollywood.
