Last year, Deepika Padukone sparked a major debate in Bollywood when she advocated an eight-hour work shift for actors to support work–life balance. Recently, Kunal Kemmu reacted to her demand for shorter working hours after becoming a mother, stating that one should plan their career wisely during the nine-month period of pregnancy. His remarks did not sit well with a section of people, with many social media users calling him misogynistic.
During a chat with Soha Ali Khan on her podcast, Kunal argued that one cannot expect to work less while being paid more. He added that if someone wants that kind of control, they should become a producer and invest their own money in a project.
Kunal's statement soon surfaced on Reddit, where many users expressed their displeasure. Some users defended him, saying he was making sense and that he does mention 'unless you’re an accidental mother, ' which means in that case, timings will be shifted.
About Deepika Padukone’s 8-hour shift demand, she reportedly exited Spirit, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, due to her alleged demand for an eight-hour work shift and a share in the film’s profits. The actor reportedly wanted to work no more than eight hours a day during the shoot so she could spend time with her daughter, Dua.
