India, June 6 -- Janhvi Kapoor's role in Peddi has not left viewers polarised- the criticism over the sexualisation has been uniform across the board. The excessive shots and close-ups of her body, and even the fact that the hero Peddi (played by Ram Charan) kisses her without any consent, all this has come under the scanner. And now, the makers have taken notice.

Buchi Babu Sana, Peddi's director, has issued a statement today on X, announcing that changes will be made to the film running in cinemas. He apologised as well.

"As a filmmaker, I believe cinema should entertain, inspire, and connect with audiences. It should never make anyone feel uncomfortable or disrespected. We have heard the feedback regarding certain scenes in Peddi and...