"Her cleavage is seen even as a teacher": Gayatri Chaganti’s brutal swipe at Janhvi Kapoor amid Peddi buzz

Actress Janhvi Kapoor’s Peddi controversy has taken a fresh turn after actress Gayatri Chaganti publicly weighed in on the debate surrounding the film’s portrayal of women. What began as a discussion over a viral Instagram post allegedly liked by Janhvi has now evolved into a wider conversation about female representation, glamour, and agency in mainstream cinema.

Gayatri Chaganti Says Janhvi Is a ‘Victim’ But Also a Participant

Amid the growing debate, actress Gayatri Chaganti, known for her work in Jersey and Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo, left a comment on the same post that quickly went viral.

While Gayatri agreed that Janhvi could be viewed as a victim of objectification, she also argued that the actress has consistently chosen roles and styling choices that lean heavily on glamour. According to Gayatri, Janhvi’s image in films has often revolved around her physical appearance rather than her performances.

She pointed to upcoming projects like Param Sundari and Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, claiming that even characters designed to appear traditional or professional are often styled in ways that emphasise glamour. Gayatri further suggested that this pattern has been visible across several of Janhvi’s films, making the current criticism more complicated than a simple case of objectification by filmmakers alone.

Janhvi’s Viral ‘Like’ Put Peddi Under the Spotlight

The controversy first gained momentum when an Instagram post by Recommendation Community criticised the depiction of Janhvi Kapoor’s character, Achiyyamma, in Peddi. The post argued that despite being introduced as a politician’s daughter, the character eventually became little more than a romantic subplot. It also questioned the film’s visual treatment of the character, alleging that the camera focused more on her appearance than on her personality or role in the story.

The discussion intensified when a screenshot claiming to show Janhvi liking the post surfaced online. Although neither the actress nor the makers of Peddi have officially commented on the screenshot, many social media users interpreted it as a sign that Janhvi may have agreed with some of the criticism directed at the film.

Social Media Divided Over the Remarks

Gayatri’s comments have triggered mixed reactions online. Some users agreed with her observations, arguing that mainstream cinema frequently blurs the line between characterisation and visual appeal. Others felt her remarks unfairly shifted responsibility onto Janhvi, noting that costume choices, camera angles, and presentation are often decisions made by filmmakers rather than actors alone.

As discussions around Peddi continue, the controversy has expanded beyond a single film. It has become part of a larger debate about how female stars are written, styled, marketed, and perceived in commercial cinema.