Peddi debate takes Anu Aggarwal back to her decision of picking dignified roles after Aashiqui
Updated On: 07 June, 2026 12:11 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Former actress Anu Aggarwal weighed in on the controversy surrounding Peddi, saying actors share responsibility for how women are portrayed on screen. Recalling her own career choices after Aashiqui, she urged performers to question scripts and reject content that compromises human dignity

Anu Aggarwal. Pic via X
Former actress Anu Aggarwal has reacted to the ongoing conversations around the film "Peddi," which have sparked discussions on the portrayal of women in cinema.
Reflecting on her own journey in the industry, the actress emphasized the importance of dignity in storytelling and said that responsibility lies not only with filmmakers and audiences, but also with actors when choosing scripts. Sharing her photos on Instagram, Anu Aggarwal wrote, "The recent conversations around Peddi reminded me of a choice I made long ago. I applaud today's audience for speaking up and asking for more dignity in the portrayal of women. But responsibility does not rest only with the audience. Nor does it rest only with filmmakers."
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