Shalini Pandey REACTS To Deepika Padukone's Ouster From Films, 8-Hour Work Shift Demand: She Should...

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Pandey, best known for her role in Arjun Reddy, has worked across various industries since her acting debut. The actress made her Bollywood debut with Jayeshbhai Jordaar, opposite Ranveer Singh. She recently returned to the Tamil cinema with Dhanush's Idly Kadai. Post its theatrical release, Shalini opened up about how women in films still have a long way to go. The actress also reacted to Deepika Padukone's ouster from movies, reportedly due to her 8-hour work shift demand.

Shalini Pandey on Deepika Padukone's demand

In an interview with Hindustan Times, Shalini lauded Deepika for always speaking what she wants, even when it's about mental health. "Kudos to her for setting a precedent for us to be okay about advocating for mental health. She is incredible, so she should get whatever she wants," she said, reflecting on the actress' ouster from movies and work shift demand.The actress further spoke about actresses in power advocating for equal pay in industry. "Abhi hum bahut dur hain (to demand) for things like equal pay. I’m glad that women in power, like (veteran actor) Shabana Azmi have been fighting for the needs and rights of women. They have helped my generation, and now it’s my duty to ask for things that I deserve. We may not get it every time, but I will still keep fighting and set a precedent for women," she added.ALSO READ - Priyamani REACTS To Deepika Padukone's 8-Hour Work Shift Demand: There Are Times...

Shalini Pandey's work front

For the unversed, Shalini started her acting career with Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Arjun Reddy. Post its blockbuster success, the actress worked in films like Gorilla, Nishabdham, Mahanati, 100% Kadhal, and more. In 2022, the actress made her Bollywood debut with Jayeshbhai Jordaar. Two years after its debacle, Shalini worked in Maharaj with Junaid Khan (Aamir Khan's son).Earlier this year, the actress made her OTT debut with the Netflix series, Dabba Cartel.