Genelia Deshmukh says 10-hour shift is 'tough but not impossible' ahead of Sitaare Zameen Par release
Amid Deepika Padukone's reportedly demand for working 8-hour shifts, Genelia Deshmukh said that she works for 10 hours a day. Genelia will be seen in Sitaare Zameen Par alongside Aamir Khan.
Genelia Deshmukh (Pic Credit: Viral Bhayani)
Last Updated: 02.07 PM, Jun 17, 2025
Genelia Deshmukh is all set for the release of her upcoming film, Sitaare Zameen Par, alongside Aamir Khan. Ahead of the release, the actress opened up about long working hours and how she balances her personal and professional life. Her comment came after Deepika Padukone's reportedly exit from Spirit after Sandeep Reddy Vanga refused to accept an 8-hour shift, sparking a debate over the actress' work-life balance.
Genelia Deshmukh says she works 10 hours a day
In an interview with Zoom, Genelia Deshmukh said that while working, the film's director has also extended the shoot to 12 hours, which she thinks is "fair".
She said, "It is tough but it is not impossible. I do work for 10 hours a day and there are days when the director asks to extend it to 11 or 12 hours. I think it's fair but we just need time to make those adjustments. When you have a day or two where you have to overdo, it's also an understanding and a process that needs to be done."
Meanwhile, celebrities, including Mani Ratnam, Ajay Devgn, Kajol, Neha Dhupia, and more, extended their support to Deepika. Meanwhile, Triptii Dimri was chosen to replace Deepika in Spirit.
About Sitaare Zameen Par
Sitaare Zameen Par is a spiritual sequel to Taare Zameen Par, directed by R.S. Prasanna, and starring Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh.
The film follows a disgraced basketball coach (Aamir Khan), who is tasked with training a team of neurodivergent adults as a form of social service. Although initially reluctant, he became passionate, leading to a journey of personal growth and inclusion for both coach and player.
Sitaare Zameen Par also casts 10 newcomers. Aamir Khan Productions casts 10 rising stars: Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar.
It is scheduled to be released on June 20, 2025.