Deepika Padukone Breaks Silence on 8-Hour Shift Demand Controversy ..
Occasion: World Mental health Day
Deepika Padukone was in madhya pradesh on World Mental health Day.
She celebrated the 10th anniversary of her mental health foundation, Live love Laugh.
🎤 Question on industry Pushback
Deepika was asked if she’sever had to pay a price for demanding what she believes is right.
This comes after reports that she was dropped from films like Spirit and the kalki 2898 AD sequel over her 8-hour workday demand.
🗣️ Deepika's Response: Silent Battles
“I’ve done this on many levels; it’s not new to me.”
“Even when it comes to things like payment, I’ve had to deal with whatever I got.”
“I always fight my battles quietly.”
“Sometimes they become public, which is not my style, nor was I brought up like that.”
“But yes, fighting my battles silently and with dignity is my way.”
⏰ On 8-Hour Shifts: Double Standards in Bollywood
📺 interview with CNBC-TV18
Deepika addressed the controversy around her 8-hour shift demand.
She said, “If being a woman feels like pressure, then so be it.”
Criticized the double standards in the film industry.
🎬 Male Actors and Short Shifts
“It’s no secret that many male superstars have been working 8-hour days for years.”
“It’s never made headlines.”
“Many work only monday to friday and not weekends.”
Deepika chose not to name names but highlighted the gender bias.
✨ Final Note
Deepika's stance reflects her quiet strength and a push for fair treatment and equality in the industry—without theatrics.