Mumbai, 7 April 2025: Veteran Bollywood actress and MP Jaya Bachchan is once again in the news for her bitter attitude. A video of her heated exchange with a female fan during actor Manoj Kumar’s prayer meeting in Mumbai on Sunday has gone viral on social media. The incident not only caught people’s attention but also sparked a debate over Jaya’s nature and privacy.

What happened that day?

In the video, Jaya Bachchan is seen standing outside the prayer room. Then a woman comes to her from behind and tries to shake hands, while her husband is recording the moment on mobile. Jaya, who was already looking calm and serious, got angry as soon as she saw the camera. She shook off the woman’s hand and asked the couple to leave the place while saying something. The woman apologized and left the place with her husband, but Jaya’s displeasure was clearly visible.

An eyewitness said, “Jaya was probably talking to someone. She was annoyed by the woman’s sudden arrival and video recording. All this happened in a matter of seconds.” This is not the first time Jaya has expressed her anger publicly. She has been seen lashing out at paparazzi and fans before this as well.

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What is the reason for her anger?

Jaya Bachchan has long been a critic of paparazzi culture. In an old interview, she had said, “I don’t like cameras following me everywhere. Photos are okay only when there is an event and it is needed.” The reason for her anger in this incident also seems to be the same. She must have found the attempt to take a photo or video at a sensitive occasion like Manoj Kumar’s prayer meeting inappropriate.

Some people came out in her support on social media. One user wrote, “Where is the etiquette in taking photos at a prayer meeting? Jaya’s anger is justified.” At the same time, some called her reaction rude. Another user commented, “She could have answered with a little restraint.” Tribute to Manoj Kumar

Before this incident, Bollywood lost its ‘Bharat Kumar’ Manoj Kumar. He died at the age of 87 on Friday morning at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai. His funeral was held with full state honors on Saturday, which was attended by stars like Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Salim Khan and Arbaaz Khan. Many veterans like Aamir Khan, Farhan Akhtar, Esha Deol, Subhash Ghai and Prem Chopra attended the prayer meeting held at JW Marriott Hotel on Sunday.

Remembering Manoj Kumar, Aamir Khan said, “I will always regret not being able to meet him. He was a great filmmaker of Indian cinema.”

Debatable topic

This action of Jaya has become the center of discussion on social media. While some people consider it to be her right to protect her privacy, some are calling it a symbol of arrogance. Psychologist Dr. Reena Sharma says, “Being a celebrity is not easy. Being in the spotlight all the time can cause stress, especially at times when calmness is needed. But restraint is also necessary in public life.”

The question of security and sensitivity

This incident is in a different context from incidents like the recent chain snatching in Kharar, but it raises the question whether people’s behavior is changing in public places? The haste to take photos at an event like a prayer meeting not only shows insensitivity, but also underlines the distance between the celebrity and the fans.

This viral video of Jaya Bachchan has once again brought her sharp nature to the fore. But it also left the question whether a balance is possible between the limits of privacy and the curiosity of the fan? Perhaps only time will give the answer.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes. The entire information of the incident is based on the video and eyewitnesses.