Bollywood Stars Debate Regulated Work Hours: Deepika's Call Sparks Industry-Wide Discussion

In the past few weeks, the conversation around work-life balance in the entertainment industry has taken center stage, with Deepika Padukone's call for an 8-hour work shift sparking a widespread debate. The latest voice to join the discussion is actor Ishaan Khatter, who shared his nuanced take on the issue during a recent interview.

Ishaan acknowledged that the privileged position of actors allows them to work long hours, but emphasized the need to be considerate of the entire crew. "To be considerate is to understand that it's a very privileged position to be in as an actor - to be able to say that I'm okay to work these many hours. But there are people in the crew who come in an hour before you, and they have to pack up and leave later. It takes them longer to go back home, so you need to be considerate of the working environment, and decisions should be taken accordingly."

However, Ishaan also recognized the creative passion that drives the entertainment industry, often leading to extended work sessions beyond a structured schedule. "But what we do is a profession of passion, and often you see people consensually wanting to finish the day's work and not go home without completely completing their desire and imagination, and letting it come to life the way they want."

As the debate continues to evolve, with more industry voices joining the conversation, the focus remains on finding a delicate balance between the demands of the creative process and the need for a healthy work-life balance for all those involved in the filmmaking process.