Veteran Actor Comments on Deepika Padukone's Eight-Hour Shift Demand in Film Industry

Veteran actor Rajendra Chawla has criticized Deepika Padukone's demand for an eight-hour work shift in the entertainment industry, emphasizing that long hours of 12-14 per day are standard due to high content demands, especially in daily soaps. He contrasted current actor comforts with past hardships and suggested those unwilling to accept these conditions might prefer traditional 9-5 jobs. Meanwhile, some industry voices support healthier working hours to address burnout and work-life balance concerns.