The film Peddi has come under fire on social media for its depiction of Janhvi Kapoor's character, with many users accusing the makers of sexualizing and objectifying the actress. Critics argue that the role lacks substance and is reduced to a series of degrading scenes.
Social Media Backlash
Twitter users expressed outrage over the portrayal. One user wrote, 'It’s high time they stop sexualising heroines in films. Literally there’s a scene where hero describes her face but they show her waist and chest. Wtf was that.' Another comment stated, '#peddi the heroine deserved a character. Instead she got a string of vulgar, degrading, objectifying scenes stitched together and called a role. It ain’t bold.. it ain’t glamorous.. it’s just poor & cringe writing.. a complete embarrassment to every women in the audience.'
Specific Scene Under Scrutiny
A particular sequence in Peddi has been singled out by reviewers. According to Pan India Review, 'One sequence in #Peddi may not sit well with family audiences. A female character played by Janhvi Kapoor is publicly humiliated by a group of goons during an election campaign, while another character watches and reacts insensitively. The scene is then used as a setup for the…'
Broader Industry Issue
Some users pointed out that this is not an isolated incident but a systemic problem in Bollywood. A tweet read, 'People trolling #JahnviKapoor over the sexualization of her character in #Peddi, as if she’s doing something exceptional in bollywood. Makers choosing her only for one reason be it any industry.' This reflects a growing demand for better-written female roles that do not rely on objectification.
The controversy has sparked discussions about the treatment of women in Indian cinema, with many calling for more respectful and nuanced portrayals. As the debate continues, Peddi remains at the center of criticism for its handling of Janhvi Kapoor's character.
