Director Buchi Babu Sana has addressed the backlash against his film 'Peddi', which has been criticized for allegedly oversexualizing actress Janhvi Kapoor. In a statement on social media platform X, he expressed his commitment to making cinema that entertains and respects audiences. He acknowledged the feedback and confirmed that the team will edit the scenes that have caused discomfort. Buchi Babu emphasized that it was never his intention to objectify women, stating, "Cinema should never make anyone feel uncomfortable or disrespected." He expressed his respect for women and apologized to those who felt hurt by the film's portrayal. The director also highlighted the responsibility of filmmakers to adapt to changing audience expectations and sensitivities. 'Peddi', which was released on June 4, 2026, is produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru and co-produced by Ishan Saksena.