'Gritty, Raw Performance, love to...': Allu Arjun reviews Ram Charan's Peddi; skips writing about Janhvi Kapoor amid objectification row

Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor's Peddi has been making headlines for a few wrong reasons. More than the script, screenplay, and the protagonists' acting, the film mainly focuses on Janhvi Kapoor's waistline, titillating expressions, midriff, and bold outfits, revealing plunging-neckline blouses.

If the nepotism debate wasn't enough, the objectification of women in films has now turned into a heated debate on social media.

But like it's said, good or bad, any publicity is good publicity. Fans are now eager to watch the film to see what the hue and cry is all about and what issue has enraged the internet.

Amid backlash from moviegoers, the industry has come out in support of Janhvi Kapoor.

However, on Tuesday, Pushpa star Allu Arjun shared his review.

He tweeted, "Watched #Peddi last night. Mind-blowing performance by my dear @AlwaysRamCharan. A gritty, raw performance, extraordinary body transformation, and graceful dance moves. He absolutely aced it in every aspect. Genuinely very proud of my brother. Truly deserves every bit of the applause."

He skipped writing anything substantial about Janhvi Kapoor.

Allu Arjun further praised other actors and technicians and wrote, "Striking performance by @IamJagguBhai garu and all the other artists. Love to the leading lady, #JanhviKapoor. Compliments to all the technicians and producers. My warm regards to the captain of the ship, @BuchiBabuSana garu, for elevating everyone and putting Charan garu on a high pedestal. Congratulations to the entire team of #Peddi!"

Amid growing criticism, Buchi Babu had shared an apology and mentioned that changes would be made to the film.

With Allu Arjun not writing much about Janhvi Kapoor in his tweet, netizens wondered what made him not stand up for the female actor. According to reports, the actress is also a part of Raaka, which stars Allu Arjun in the lead role.

Peddi showed a huge drop at the box office on its first Monday and collected Rs 12.05 crore. In five days, including paid previews, the movie has earned Rs 169.70 crore in India.