Shahid wants phones banned on ‘Padmavati’ set

Sanjay Leela Bhansali doesn’t approve of the idea of using cellphones on set, lest key details are leaked. However, during the Mumbai schedule of his next, Padmavati, the crew took quite a few liberties. On one occasion, the film’s fan club managed to get their hands on a picture of the lavish set erected in Film City. With the next schedule in order, lead actor Shahid Kapoor is ensuring that the set turns into a no-phone zone.

A unit hand says, “Shahid Kapoor is trying to set an example by depositing his phone with the security guard as soon as he arrives for shoot. Usually, actors are accompanied by their managers, who take calls on their behalf. But Shahid doesn’t believe in that practice. Moreover, he doesn’t want any distractions.”