'Housefull 5' director Tarun Mansukhani reacts to Deepika Padukone's alleged 8-day work demand: “You can't come to me at 11 am and say 'I need to leave at 5'
Filmmaker Tarun Mansukhani is gearing up for the release of ' Housefull 5 ', and ahead of the film’s release on June 6, he was seen promoting it alongside the cast and crew. He has weighed in on the ongoing discussions surrounding the implementation of eight-hour workdays for women in the film industry, particularly for new mothers . While he expressed openness to the idea, he emphasised that successful execution hinges on proper planning.
Tarun Mansukhani 's reaction to 8 hour workday for new mothers
In an interaction with India Today, Mansukhani said, “No problem. Eight hours? I’ll need that many extra days and then we’ll go ahead. That’s it. All I’m saying is, ‘Tell me in advance’.”
He highlighted the logistical complexities of a film shoot, pointing out that schedules often depend on actor availability, location access, and tight financial constraints. “You can’t come to me at 11 am and say, ‘Oh, I need to leave at 5.’ I have scenes to finish with other actors, a location that may not be available again, and a budget to look into,” he explained.
Although he expressed understanding and support for artists seeking more family time—especially new mothers—Mansukhani warned against sudden demands or adopting trends without proper coordination.
He concluded, “I want to go home and spend time with my dog. So I get the vibe and totally get the feeling. But just put it in the contract from the beginning, then everyone’s prepared.”
The discussion gained traction recently when Deepika Padukone exited Sandeep Reddy Vanga ’s Spirit , and reports suggested that she had requested an eight-hour working day as she is a new mother.
About Houseful 5
'Housefull 5' features Akshay Kumar , Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Fardeen Khan, Jackie Shroff, Sanjay Dutt, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Soundarya Sharma, Nargis Fakhri, and Chitrangda Singh in key roles. The film marks the next chapter in the popular comedy series.
Tarun Mansukhani 's reaction to 8 hour workday for new mothers
In an interaction with India Today, Mansukhani said, “No problem. Eight hours? I’ll need that many extra days and then we’ll go ahead. That’s it. All I’m saying is, ‘Tell me in advance’.”
He highlighted the logistical complexities of a film shoot, pointing out that schedules often depend on actor availability, location access, and tight financial constraints. “You can’t come to me at 11 am and say, ‘Oh, I need to leave at 5.’ I have scenes to finish with other actors, a location that may not be available again, and a budget to look into,” he explained.
Although he expressed understanding and support for artists seeking more family time—especially new mothers—Mansukhani warned against sudden demands or adopting trends without proper coordination.
He concluded, “I want to go home and spend time with my dog. So I get the vibe and totally get the feeling. But just put it in the contract from the beginning, then everyone’s prepared.”
The discussion gained traction recently when Deepika Padukone exited Sandeep Reddy Vanga ’s Spirit , and reports suggested that she had requested an eight-hour working day as she is a new mother.
About Houseful 5
'Housefull 5' features Akshay Kumar , Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Fardeen Khan, Jackie Shroff, Sanjay Dutt, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Soundarya Sharma, Nargis Fakhri, and Chitrangda Singh in key roles. The film marks the next chapter in the popular comedy series.
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