Actress Madhu has spoken out in support of Janhvi Kapoor following discussions surrounding her portrayal in the film Peddi. Since the release of the film, many viewers have criticized how Jhanvi’s character is portrayed on screen.
The discussion grew further after director Buchi Babu Sanna acknowledged the comments and made changes to certain scenes. Amid the ongoing conversation, Madhu shared her views on the responsibilities of actors and filmmakers when portraying characters.
Madhu emphasizes the importance of personal boundaries in cinema
Speaking about the issue in an interview with Galata, Madhu explained that actors are not always aware of how the scenes will eventually turn out on screen. “We may perform the scene in a certain way, but the final presentation depends on the camera angles and editing.
“The same moment can be presented beautifully or in a more sensual way,” she said. However, the actress stressed that performers have every right to express their concerns.
“If you’re aware of how something is presented and you’re not comfortable with it, you can say, ‘This isn’t right for me,'” Maddow said. She added that every actor has personal limits and that such decisions ultimately depend on individual comfort levels.
Madhu lauds Janhvi Kapoor’s growth as an actress
While discussing the criticism leveled at Janhvi Kapoor over some of her recent film choices, Madhu chose to focus on the actress’ talent and progress. “This is her personal choice, and I don’t want to comment on that. But I love Janhvi as an actress,” she said. Madhu went on to describe Jhanvi as a true star who continues to improve with every project. “She is a great dancer, and I feel like she is getting better with every film she does,” the actress added.
Her comments highlighted admiration for Janhvi’s dedication and growth in the industry rather than the controversy surrounding the film.
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The Peddi team responds to audience feedback
Debate over Janhvi Kapoor’s role began soon after ‘Peddi’ hit theatres, with many viewers expressing concerns over some of the romantic scenes involving her character. In response to the criticism, director Buchi Babu Sanna admitted that he did not expect this reaction from the audience. He later explained that the goal was to provide a fun, romantic piece, not to create discomfort. The director also admitted that some shots could have been understood differently from their original intent and that corrective action had already been taken.As discussions continue regarding casting in the film, Madhu’s statements brought another perspective to the discussion while giving some solace to Janhvi Kapoor.
