Amrita Puri, known for her role in 'Aisha', has publicly backed Deepika Padukone's demand for an 8-hour work shift in the Hindi film industry, emphasizing that the scrutiny Padukone faces is excessive and gender-biased. In an interview with Rediff, Puri reflected on her own experiences of enduring 16-hour shifts without extra pay, asserting that such conditions are problematic. She pointed out that male actors often have similar clauses in their contracts without facing public backlash, suggesting a patriarchal bias in the industry. Puri also defended Padukone's right to seek support as a new mother, advocating for fair working conditions for all actors. The controversy surrounding Padukone's demands, which reportedly contributed to her exit from projects like 'Spirit' and 'Kalki 2898 AD', has ignited a broader conversation about working hours and conditions in the film industry.