Last year, actor Deepika Padukone ignited a debate around eight-hour work shifts for actors after reportedly stepping away from Spirit and the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD, triggering widespread discussion. Now, director Mohit Suri has weighed in on the issue, recalling a time when Emraan Hashmi shot for 24 hours at a stretch. Mohit Suri has given his take on the demand for 8-hour shifts on set that was suggested by Deepika Padukone. Mohit Suri on eight-hour shift debate In an interview with Variety India, Mohit opened up about the ongoing debate about an eight-hour workday in the film industry to support work-life balance. The director noted that he has had actors work 24 hours at a stretch in the past. Mohit said, “I have had actors work 24 hours when needed. When we were shooting for Awarapan and we had a really expensive location in the presidential suite of the Intercontinental Hotel on the terrace, we had it only for 24 hours. I remember Emraan Hashmi shot 24 hours with me… We are making …