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Janhvi Kapoor’s Alleged ‘Like’ on Post Criticising Peddi Sparks Debate
The Telugu sports drama Peddi has become the center of a major controversy following criticism over the portrayal of actress Janhvi Kapoor in the film. Directed by Buchi Babu Sana and starring Ram Charan, the movie has drawn backlash from sections of social media who accuse the makers of objectifying the actress and reducing her role to a decorative presence.
The controversy intensified after social media users claimed that Janhvi Kapoor had liked an Instagram post criticizing the film’s treatment of her character. The post, shared by Recommendation Community, described Peddi as “the most expensive disrespect ever paid to a leading woman in Indian cinema.” While the authenticity of the screenshots showing Janhvi’s alleged interaction with the post has not been independently verified, they quickly went viral online.
The post argued that the film excessively focused on Janhvi’s physical appearance through repeated camera shots emphasizing her body rather than her character’s contribution to the story. It also suggested that her role served mainly as a romantic subplot with little impact on the overall narrative. One slide specifically stated that the responsibility for such portrayal should not be placed on the actress herself.
Further claims in the post alleged that Janhvi had raised concerns about certain scenes during post-production but that her suggestions were ignored. However, no official confirmation has been provided regarding these allegations.
The debate has divided audiences. Some believe the criticism should be directed at the filmmakers, while others argue that actors are aware of scripts and filming decisions before agreeing to projects. Despite the controversy, neither Janhvi Kapoor nor the film’s production team has publicly responded. Meanwhile, the movie continues to perform strongly at the box office, with supporters celebrating its commercial success and reported early earnings crossing ₹100 crore.
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