Janhvi Kapoor has stirred attention in a promotional video for her film 'Peddi', where she praised director Buchi Babu Sana, calling him the 'most rowdy director' in India. This comes amid ongoing criticism regarding the oversexualization of her character in the film. Reports suggest that Janhvi has expressed discomfort with her portrayal, further fueled by her liking a post that condemned the film as 'the most expensive disrespect to a leading woman in Indian cinema'. In the viral video, Janhvi described Buchi's direction as unconventional, detailing how he provided unique guidance on her mannerisms and speech. Buchi Babu has since addressed the backlash, stating that the intention was never to objectify women and that he respects them both on and off screen. He acknowledged the audience's feedback about certain scenes and emphasized that cinema should inspire and connect without causing discomfort.