Janhvi Kapoor’s hypersexual portrayal in Ram Charan’s film ‘Peddi’ has received widespread backlash. Now, Jagapathi Babu has come forward to defend the actress and urged people not to target her personally. He also asked viewers to criticize the film and not the individual artist.
Jagapati Babu extends his support to Janhvi Kapoor
As the discussion around Buchi Babu Sana’s ‘Peddi’ continues to gain momentum online, co-star Jagapathi Babu has taken a firm stand in support of Janhvi Kapoor. The veteran actor, who plays the role of Appalasuri in the film, stated that Janhvi should not be held responsible for the creative decisions which was ultimately the director’s call.Speaking to Telugu360 Digital, Jagapathi Babu said, “As an artiste, the only thing I would say is please don’t target the actor.
It is unfair to pursue that girl. “We don’t know what her personal opinions are or whether she agrees with every creative decision.”The 64-year-old explained that actors often relinquish creative control once they put their trust in a director’s vision. “It’s not like she paid for it herself. She did what the director asked her to do. When an actor signs on and trusts the director’s vision, he follows that vision,” he said.
We do what the director tells us. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t. Buchi Babu may have his own reasons.
I support Janhvi on this.”He added: “If you like the movie or don’t like it, comment on it. But do not single out an artist, attack him, or cause him mental disorder.”
Director Butchi Babu Sanna issues an apology after criticism
Buchi Babu Sana has publicly apologized to the audience who felt uncomfortable with the portrayal of Achiyamma’s character in Janhvi.
He also promised to make changes to certain scenes in the theatrical editing. However, the panned parts are said to still be shown in cinemas.
Box office performance of ‘Peddi’.
Despite the controversy, ‘Peddi’ achieved big numbers at the box office. It has now crossed Rs 248 crore worldwide since its release on June 4, 2026.The film stars Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor in the lead roles
Shiva Rajkumar
And Jagapathi Babu, Divyendu and Boman Irani in the main supporting parts.
