Actor Vikrant Massey has voiced his support for Deepika Padukone, stating she “deserves” an 8-hour workday, especially as a new mother, and plans to advocate for similar shifts himself.
Deepika Padukone’s Work Hour Debate
The conversation around shorter working hours in the Hindi film industry has gained traction following reports involving Deepika Padukone. She reportedly exited director Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s upcoming film, *Spirit*, due to a disagreement over her request for 8-hour workdays.
Beyond the shift length, reports suggest Deepika also sought a share in the film’s profits and flexibility regarding delivering her lines in Telugu. Ultimately, she was replaced by actor Triptii Dimri in the film, which stars Prabhas.
Vikrant Massey Backs the Move
Vikrant Massey, who previously worked with Deepika in *Chhapaak*, has publicly supported her stance. He acknowledged the difficulty of implementing an 8-hour workday in Bollywood, given the industry’s high stakes and financial considerations.
However, Massey expressed his personal ambition to adopt a similar schedule within the next few years. He stated that while it should be a choice, actors must also be willing to make fair trade-offs.
Massey emphasized that if an actor works 8 hours instead of the usual 12, a reduction in fees is a necessary compromise. “It’s a give-and-take, right? And as a young mother, I think she (Deepika) deserves it,” he added.
Growing Industry Support
The debate isn’t limited to Deepika and Vikrant. Several prominent Bollywood figures have come forward to support the demand for an 8-hour shift. This list includes names like Ajay Devgn, Kajol, Saif Ali Khan, Neha Dhupia, Mani Ratnam, Vinay Pathak, Pankaj Tripathi, and Kabir Khan.
Their collective support highlights a growing desire within the industry for more humane and flexible working conditions, especially for those balancing professional demands with personal responsibilities.
- Deepika Padukone reportedly exited *Spirit* over demands for an 8-hour workday, profit share, and Telugu dialogue flexibility.
- Vikrant Massey supports Deepika’s demand, acknowledging the need for fee reduction as a trade-off.
- Several other celebrities have also backed the call for an 8-hour shift in the film industry.
Meanwhile, Vikrant Massey is preparing for the release of his next film, *Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan*, which will mark Shanaya Kapoor’s Bollywood debut. Deepika Padukone has reportedly signed Atlee’s next action film with Allu Arjun and is also expected to appear in Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming film, *King*.
Actor Vikrant Massey has voiced his support for Deepika Padukone, stating she “deserves” an 8-hour workday, especially as a new mother, and plans to advocate for similar shifts himself.
Deepika Padukone’s Work Hour Debate
The conversation around shorter working hours in the Hindi film industry has gained traction following reports involving Deepika Padukone. She reportedly exited director Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s upcoming film, *Spirit*, due to a disagreement over her request for 8-hour workdays.
Beyond the shift length, reports suggest Deepika also sought a share in the film’s profits and flexibility regarding delivering her lines in Telugu. Ultimately, she was replaced by actor Triptii Dimri in the film, which stars Prabhas.
Vikrant Massey Backs the Move
Vikrant Massey, who previously worked with Deepika in *Chhapaak*, has publicly supported her stance. He acknowledged the difficulty of implementing an 8-hour workday in Bollywood, given the industry’s high stakes and financial considerations.
However, Massey expressed his personal ambition to adopt a similar schedule within the next few years. He stated that while it should be a choice, actors must also be willing to make fair trade-offs.
Massey emphasized that if an actor works 8 hours instead of the usual 12, a reduction in fees is a necessary compromise. “It’s a give-and-take, right? And as a young mother, I think she (Deepika) deserves it,” he added.
Growing Industry Support
The debate isn’t limited to Deepika and Vikrant. Several prominent Bollywood figures have come forward to support the demand for an 8-hour shift. This list includes names like Ajay Devgn, Kajol, Saif Ali Khan, Neha Dhupia, Mani Ratnam, Vinay Pathak, Pankaj Tripathi, and Kabir Khan.
Their collective support highlights a growing desire within the industry for more humane and flexible working conditions, especially for those balancing professional demands with personal responsibilities.
- Deepika Padukone reportedly exited *Spirit* over demands for an 8-hour workday, profit share, and Telugu dialogue flexibility.
- Vikrant Massey supports Deepika’s demand, acknowledging the need for fee reduction as a trade-off.
- Several other celebrities have also backed the call for an 8-hour shift in the film industry.
Meanwhile, Vikrant Massey is preparing for the release of his next film, *Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan*, which will mark Shanaya Kapoor’s Bollywood debut. Deepika Padukone has reportedly signed Atlee’s next action film with Allu Arjun and is also expected to appear in Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming film, *King*.
