Filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan has responded to the wave of speculation surrounding her relationship with Bollywood star Deepika Padukone. Recent gossip claimed Farah had unfollowed Deepika on Instagram, sparking rumors of a rift between the two. However, Farah has now clarified that the chatter is baseless.
“We never followed each other in the first place,” Farah revealed, adding that their communication has always been personal and direct, not dependent on social media follows or unfollows.
The ‘8-Hour Workday’ Remark
The filmmaker also addressed another controversy linked to her name. Farah recently joked about an “8-hour workday” on social media, which many assumed was a veiled comment aimed at Deepika. The actress has reportedly demanded structured work hours and profit shares in her projects, leading to her exit from big-ticket films like Kalki 2898 AD 2 and Spirit.
Farah dismissed the speculation outright. She explained that her “8-hour workday” line was directed at her household cook as a joke, not at Deepika Padukone or any other actor in the industry.
Deepika’s Recent Headlines
Deepika Padukone has been at the center of industry talk recently. Reports suggest that production houses and filmmakers are re-evaluating collaborations with her due to her strict working conditions and demands. With exits from Kalki 2 and Spirit, her upcoming lineup has become a hot topic of discussion.
Despite the noise, Deepika remains one of Bollywood’s most bankable and internationally recognized stars, with fans and insiders waiting to see what projects she takes up next.
Farah and Deepika’s Equation
Farah Khan and Deepika Padukone share a history that goes back to Deepika’s debut film, Om Shanti Om (2007), which Farah directed. The film turned Deepika into an overnight sensation, and the two have maintained a cordial bond ever since. Farah’s clarification suggests there’s no animosity, only a misunderstanding fueled by online speculation.
