Archive · 18 Jul 2026
Janhvi Kapoor Signs New Film After Peddi Controversy
Janhvi Kapoor, an actress, has signed a new film with director Umesh Bist.
This comes after her role in the Telugu film Peddi caused controversy because some people thought her character was objectified.
The new film is being produced by Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Motion Pictures and Guneet Monga's Sikhya Entertainment.
Filming is expected to start in October or November 2026.
Janhvi also has another film, Lag Ja Gale, coming up.
Umesh Bist is also working on Pagglait 2, a sequel to a popular Netflix film.
The details about the new film's story and cast are not yet known.
Janhvi Kapoor signs a new film with director Umesh Bist after the controversy surrounding her role in Peddi.
The new film is produced by Balaji Motion Pictures and Sikhya Entertainment.
Filming is expected to start in October or November 2026.
Janhvi Kapoor's next film, Lag Ja Gale, stars Tiger Shroff and Lakshya.
Umesh Bist is also directing Pagglait 2, the sequel to the 2021 Netflix film.
- Who
- Janhvi Kapoor, Umesh Bist, Ekta Kapoor, Guneet Monga
- What
- Janhvi Kapoor signs a new film with Umesh Bist after the controversy surrounding her role in Peddi.
- When
- The film is expected to go into production around October-November 2026.
- Where
- The filming location is not specified.
- Why
- Janhvi Kapoor is moving forward with her career despite the backlash from her role in Peddi.
Audience Backlash
Janhvi Kapoor's Career Move
Character Portrayal
Audience Backlash
Sections of the audience accused the makers of objectifying Janhvi Kapoor's character, Achiyamma, in the film Peddi.
Janhvi Kapoor's Career Move
Janhvi Kapoor is moving forward with a new project, indicating her commitment to her career despite the controversy.
- Actress
- Janhvi Kapoor
- Director
- Umesh Bist
- Production Companies
- Balaji Motion Pictures, Sikhya Entertainment
- Expected Filming Start
- October-November 2026
- Upcoming Film
- Lag Ja Gale