According to the viral social media video, the woman recorded the driver as she was getting out of the autorickshaw. In the video, the driver can allegedly be heard making obscene and inappropriate comments directed at the woman

Peddi has sparked debate online, with several viewers criticising the makers for what they describe as the hyper-sexualisation of Janhvi Kapoor's character. Many netizens also questioned the depth of her role, arguing that the actor deserved a stronger character arc