Director Buchi Babu Sana responds to criticism of Janhvi Kapoor's portrayal in Peddi, confirming re-edits, with Variety India reporting additional scenes also being revised.
'Peddi': After backlash film undergoes re-editing
Jun 11, 2026
05:37 pm
What's the storyFollowing the backlash over the overt sexualization of Janhvi Kapoor's character in Peddi, director Buchi Babu Sana has promised to address the concerns.
Variety India reports that not only are Kapoor's scenes being re-edited, but other parts are also being altered to make the film sharper.
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