Pakistan, Oct. 12 -- Pakistani actress Iqra Aziz has come out in support of Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone, who recently faced backlash after requesting an eight-hour workday and weekends off to better balance her personal life.

The 39-year-old actress had reportedly asked for a fixed work schedule in line with her priorities as a mother. Her request, however, was not accommodated, leading to her exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's upcoming film "Spirit".

The move sparked widespread media attention and industry debate, with some praising Deepika for prioritising work-life balance, while others criticised her for being "demanding". Reports of her walking away from another major project fueled the controversy.

In a recent interview, De...