Actor and politician Kangana Ranaut has said filmmakers do not intentionally objectify women, joining a growing debate over female representation in cinema. Her comments came amid discussions surrounding the portrayal of a female character in the upcoming film Peddi. The remarks highlight ongoing conversations about creative responsibility and gender representation in the film industry.
The debate emerged after viewers and critics raised concerns about the portrayal of Achiyyamma, a character played by Janhvi Kapoor in Peddi. Some observers questioned certain camera angles and visual choices, arguing they appeared to place excessive emphasis on the character’s appearance. Dialogues praising the character’s beauty also drew attention and fuelled wider discussion online.
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Speaking to PTI while promoting her upcoming film Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata, Ranaut said filmmakers generally do not set out to objectify women. She explained that filmmaking is a collaborative process where actors, writers and directors work together to shape scenes and characters. According to her, concerns can be discussed and addressed during production.
Ranaut noted that actors have opportunities to offer feedback if a scene appears inappropriate or differs from its intended meaning. She said many controversies arise from differing interpretations during writing and execution rather than deliberate intent. Open communication within the creative team, she added, can help resolve such issues.
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Emphasising shared responsibility, Ranaut said that once an actor joins a project, the final product becomes the result of collective creative decisions. Her comments add another perspective to the ongoing industry debate over representation, storytelling and the portrayal of women on screen.