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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Radhika Madan supports Deepika Padukone's 8-hour shift demand: 'Male actors are given that privilege'
As the dialogues continue around the grueling nature of shoot schedules, Radhika Madan has also expressed her displeasure regarding the imbalance of hours between male and female actors in the industry, having appeared in 'Angrezi Medium', 'Pataakha', 'Shiddat', and 'Sarfira'. The topic gained recent attention following Deepika Padukone 's departure from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's upcoming film Spirit, where she was said to have asked for an eight-hour workday, which prompted renewed discussion around work-life balance and gender inequity within Bollywood. Radhika Madan on eight-hour shoot days The actress told Hindustan Times that she has had both 12-to-14-hour days of shooting and shorter days of eight hours. She believes that the work itself is the same, but working against deadlines allows the team to be more committed and concentrated, therefore, the shoot takes place within that time. She said she has seen films filmed, and released, and even be box office successes, all under these turns of time, and if she had not seen it herself, she would not have believed it to be possible to work and achieve, within working hours. On equality in Bollywood At a recent event, Radhika addressed the ongoing discussion regarding workplace equality in the Bollywood industry. She added that whenever women stand by working conditions equal to their male counterparts, those demands should be treated as commonplace rather than unreasonable claims. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Resmed AirSense 11 with flat 20% off ResMed Buy Now Undo She affirmed that these kinds of discussions can be collaborative when the respect and understanding are mutual, and she also pointed out that part of the concern comes from the availability of time privileges that some male actors have but not many women. Touching upon her own experience with professional burnout, Madan recalled the toll of working across seven projects in a single year. She shared that the emotional weight of multiple roles affected her deeply, leading to depression and forcing her to seek help. According to her, the industry needs to recognize the reality of burnout and move towards greater equality—without favouring male actors with special treatment. Recalls her marathon shoot days During a recent YouTube vlog with Farah Khan, the actress revisited her debut experience and the grueling schedule that came with it. When Farah remarked that Radhika probably didn't have an eight-hour shift on her first show, Radhika responded that she had endured non-stop shoots lasting 48 to 56 hours. Farah then added her own perspective, noting that she doesn't advocate for the eight-hour work model either, quipping that such relentless effort is what creates something truly valuable—comparing it to how gold is forged through intense pressure.
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Radhika Madan Backs Deepika Padukone In 8-Hour Shift Debate: 'Male Actors Are Given That Privilege'
Radhika Madan demands equal working hours for female actors and calls out doubled standards in Bollywood. Radhika Madan is adding her voice to the growing debate over working hours in Bollywood, especially for women. The actress behind Angrezi Medium, Pataakha, Shiddat, and Sarfira says there's a double standard when it comes to how long male and female actors are expected to work, in a chat with Hindustan Times. Ever since Deepika Padukone was ousted from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit due to her requests for an eight-hour workday, it has sparked a debate around work-life balance in Bollywood. 'I have worked for 12‑14 hours, but I have also seen work be achieved in eight hours for certain actors. Kaam utna hi hota hai, woh unn hours mein hi nikaal lete hain. Project ban bhi jaata hai, movie hit bhi ho jaati hai. I have seen how it works because people then are focused and prepped ki uss din yeh shot lena hai, sirf eight hours hain. If that would not have happened, I would have said maybe itne hours mein kaam nahi ho paata hai," the actress shared. Radhika says, 'If women are speaking out for that balance, and demanding a similar thing, it's not new. If the reasons are understood by both the parties, and respect is there, it can be worked out. It is really weird when certain male actors are given that privilege and women are not." Burnout is another concern Radhika addressed. She recalled juggling seven films in a single year: 'I have experienced it, a lot of times. A few years ago, I was working in seven projects in a single year. I went into depression, I was really drained and took baggage of all my characters. I had to seek help. Burnout is real, I just want equality in the industry and no special treatment given to certain male actors." In one of her recent YouTube vlogs, Farah Khan visited Radhikka Madan and asked her about her first show. Farah said, 'You didn't have an 8-hour shift, I am guessing?", Radhikka replied, '56 hours non-stop or 48 hours non-stop." At this point, Farah hinted that even she does not support an 8-hour work shift and shared, 'Aise tapke hi toh sona banta hai (this is how gold is made)." Celebs like Vikrant Massey, Rashmika Mandanna, and Anurag Basu have earlier weighed in on the subject. First Published: July 27, 2025, 14:48 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Radhika Madan reveals she got Angrezi Medium role after possibly replacing a star kid
Actor Radhika Madan opened up about how she landed her role in Angrezi Medium alongside the late Irrfan Khan, and her persistence seems to have made all the difference. The actor revealed that she aggressively campaigned for the part, even though someone else had already been finalised for the role. Radhika Madan reveals how she irritated director Homi Adajania to get the role in Angrezi Medium. Radhika reveals how she irritated Homi Adjanaia to get Angrezy Medium In a candid chat with Farah Khan for her latest cooking vlog Radhika talked about how she fought for Angrezi Medium. 'They had already locked someone else. But I went, fought, and irritated them, saying, 'Please take my audition!'' Radhika said. "They told me, 'Ma'am, we're looking for a 17-year-old.' But I insisted. I was adamant. It irritated Homi (Adjania), and he finally said, 'Fine, take her audition'," Radhika said, adding that she didn't think she would get the role as it was the year of star kids. Farah then cheekily asked if there was a star cast locked before her, to which Radhika replied that she didn't know. Farah quipped that people keep saying star kids don't let outsiders work, but actually, Radhika is the real culprit, as she stole a star kid's role. Radhika began her career on television before making a successful leap to films. She rose to fame with her debut TV show Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi. Her transition to Bollywood was marked by a powerful performance in Vishal Bhardwaj's Pataakha, director Vasan Bala's Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota with Abhimanyu Dasani, and Angrezi Medium alongside late actor Irrfan Khan. Radhika's upcoming projects Radhika Madan has Rumi Ki Sharafat, which also stars Sharib Hashmi and Nishak Verma. Directed by Prashant Bhagia, the film is a lighthearted comedy produced by Maddock Films. She also has Happy Teacher's Day with Nimrat Kaur, which will be a social thriller.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Radhika Madan Hints She Replaced A Star Kid In Angrezi Medium: 'I Fought, Irritated Them'
Last Updated: Radhika Madan said she auditioned for Angrezi Medium as she had time to kill before her debut film's shoot. Farah Khan visited Radhika Madan for her latest vlog, in which the actress spilt some details about how she got cast in Angrezi Medium with Irrfan Khan. Radhika said she irritated director Homi Adajania into taking her audition, and she finally got the role, even though someone else had already been locked for it. 'I had signed my first film and had three months before it began," Radhika recalled and added, 'I didn't know how to kill time, so I started giving auditions just for fun, thinking, 'Who's going to cast me anyway?'" As for Angrezi Medium, she said, 'They had already locked someone else. But I went, fought, and irritated them, saying, 'Please take my audition!'" Radhika said, 'They told me, 'Ma'am, we're looking for a 17-year-old.' But I insisted. I was adamant. It irritated Homi, and he finally said, 'Fine, take her audition.'" Radhika said that she didn't think she would get the role as it was the year of star kids. Farah jokingly asked, 'So was there a star kid cast before you?" Radhika, 'I don't know." Farah quipped, 'People keep saying star kids don't let outsiders work… but actually, Radhika is the real culprit. She stole a star kid's role." Radhika landed the role after giving multiple rounds of auditions and was asked to lose weight to look the part. 'They asked me to lose 12 kilos, and I did," she said. 'Most people don't know that I had gained weight earlier for Pataakha and other roles. This is my real weight," she said. Before films, Radhika Madan was a popular face on TV. Radhika also opened up about how she started acting in the first place. 'I was approached through Facebook to audition in Delhi. It was at a shady location, and I thought it was a scam. I even took my friends along, ready to beat someone up. But it turned out to be legit. Three days later, I got a call. I did a look test, and on the fifth day, I was shooting my first TV show," she revealed. First Published: July 26, 2025, 10:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Is Vihaan Samat dating Radhika Madan? 'Mismatched' star reacts to romance rumours: 'She's fantastic'
Vihaan Samat burst onto the acting scene in 2020 with his debut performance in Netflix's romantic drama Mismatched. Since then, he has been making steady strides in the industry. His engaging screen presence and heartfelt performances have earned him growing recognition. One of the most talked-about highlights of his recent career has been his charming on-screen pairing with actress Ananya Panday in the series Call Me Bae . Their chemistry struck a chord with audiences and was praised widely by fans and critics alike. Currently, Vihaan has returned to the spotlight through his role in The Royals, a star-studded Netflix series that also features Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar. His portrayal of the character 'Digvijay Singh' has quickly caught attention, garnering rave reviews and putting him on the entertainment radar once again. However, it's not just his acting making headlines—his rumored relationship with actress Radhika Madan has also become a hot topic of discussion. In a candid conversation with Filmibeat Prime, when presented with a photo of himself alongside an unidentified young woman, Vihaan chose to remain silent on the matter. He declined to offer any explanation or confirmation about the mystery companion. However, he did express admiration for Radhika Madan's work, particularly her roles in Pataakha and Angrezi Medium, calling her a 'fantastic' talent in the industry. Speculation about their relationship intensified after a photograph of the two walking hand-in-hand went viral online. Addressing the rumors in an interview with ETimes, Radhika maintained her privacy, saying, 'I will speak when I feel the time is right. Right now, I prefer to keep my personal life to myself.' While Radhika remains busy juggling two film projects, Vihaan is soaking in the positive response to his role in The Royals. During a light-hearted segment of an interview, Vihaan opened up about his personality in relationships. He described himself as a clingy, affectionate partner, laughingly admitting, 'I can't help it. I always want to be around the person I'm dating. I like to check in on her. I'm totally glued to her.' When asked to define love, Vihaan shared his heartfelt perspective: 'Love is that rare connection where two souls feel at home with one another, like lifelong companions.' As for marriage? He playfully noted that before taking that step, he'd first need to find a girlfriend. He added, 'I'm a bit of an aashiq at heart,' and said that his favorite kind of date simply involves relaxing and having deep conversations with someone special.
