Archive · 31 Jan 2026
Saurabh Shukla on Deepika Padukone's 8-hour workday demand
Saurabh Shukla, a well-known actor, talked about Deepika Padukone's request for an 8-hour workday.
He said that actors should not complain about working extra hours because being in a creative flow is more important.
He believes that sometimes working a little longer helps keep the creative process going smoothly.
He thinks that the continuity of thought and flow is more valuable than sticking to a strict schedule.
Saurabh Shukla commented on Deepika Padukone's 8-hour workday demand.
He believes actors should not complain about working extra hours.
Continuity of thought and flow in the creative process is more important than rigid work hours.
He spoke to India Today about his views on the issue.
Deepika Padukone exited two high-profile projects over the 8-hour shift debate.
- Who
- Saurabh Shukla, veteran actor
- What
- Commented on Deepika Padukone's 8-hour workday demand
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- India Today interview
- Why
- Believes continuity in creative process is more important than rigid work hours
- Actor
- Saurabh Shukla
- Issue
- 8-hour workday demand
- Actor's Stance
- Actors should not crib about working extra hours
- Reason
- Continuity of thought and flow in creative process
- Source
- India Today