Janhvi Kapoor Earned A Whopping Amount As Her Fee For 'Peddi' Despite Criticism On Objectification

Janhvi Kapoor took a 50 percent rise for 'Peddi' and received a whopping remuneration for her role despite the huge backlash around the film.

Ever since Ram Charan starrer, Peddi, was released in theatres on June 4, 2026, there had been a lot of controversy surrounding the film. Fans called out the makers for sexualising Janhvi Kapoor’s character in the film, leaving her as a mere subject of objectification. The director, Buchi Babu Sana, issued a public apology and confirmed that the objectionable portions had been removed. But do you know for her role in Peddi, Janhvi Kapoor earned a whopping amount.

Janhvi Kapoor earned the highest amount of her career for Peddi

The biographical film features Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor as the leads.  Janhvi Kapoor played the role of ‘Achiyyamma’, Ram Charan’s love interest in the film. For her performance, Janhvi Kapoor was paid around Rs. 8 crores. Trade reports indicate that Janhvi Kapoor was given a 50 percent rise from the Rs. 5 crore fee she reportedly received for her Telugu debut, Devara. 

So, Peddi marks the highest remuneration of her career. Janhvi Kapoor, who was hailed for her professionalism has strengthened her position in South. The box office success of Devara and Peddi raised Janhvi’s market appeal, making her one of the most bankable actresses. Many industry insiders feel that the success of Peddi can lead to bigger projects for Janhvi and even higher remuneration in the coming years. 

What was the Peddi controversy surrounding Janhvi Kapoor?

After Peddi’s release, many criticised the film for over-sexualisation of Janhvi’s character. Throughout the film, Janhvi was objectified multiple times. In opening scene, she was seen alongside Ram Charan, who makes a comment about her appearance. Further in the film, Ram Charan’s character tries to forcefully kiss Janhvi while makers justify the scene as his love language. 

The film garnered huge backlash for over-sexualising Janhvi and making her look like a mere object to ogle. Many users took to social media and called out the makers and commented, “After watching Peddi, you can't help but feel pity for Janhvi Kapoor. Sridevi would have never allowed her to act in such B-grade films in the South."

Amid the intense backlash, screenshots of Janhvi allegedly objecting to certain camera angles went viral. One of the fan clubs of the actress shared a number of screenshots and text messages which were seemingly sent by the actress to them. According to the surfaced chats, Janhvi had repeatedly objected to the manner in which some of the scenes with her character were being filmed. In one viral screenshot, which dates back to last year, October 30, 2025, Janhvi claimed that she had clearly told some of the camera angles not to be used while filming. She wrote, “I told him no boob and waist shots.” As per the chats, the person Janhvi referred to as he is none other than the Peddi's director, Buchi Babu Sana.

Soon, Peddi’s director, Buchi Babu Sana addressed the accusations of oversexualising and objectifying the actress in the role of 'Achiyyamma' and penned a public apology. The director confirmed that Janhvi's controversial scenes will be edited out of the film due to the massive audience backlash. He was quoted as saying:

“After reviewing the feedback, we have decided to make changes to the concerned portions. Cinema grows through its connection with audiences, and as storytellers, we have a responsibility to be mindful of evolving perspectives and sensitivities. Every woman deserves to be respected, valued, and represented with dignity. We remain committed to telling stories that celebrate strong characters and uphold those values."

What do you think about Janhvi Kapoor’s whopping fee for Peddi despite the backlash?

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