Jaya Bachchan and her relationship with the paparazzi is known to all. The veteran actress is often seen losing her cool at camerapersons and grabbing headlines. Recently, at an event, she admitted her relationship with them is zero and also questioned if they can be called the media. She went on to criticise their appearance and background as well.
Jaya Bachchan on paparazzi
In a video shared by celebrity photographer Viral Bhayani, Jaya can be heard saying, “I am the product of the media, but my relationship with paparazzi is zero. Who are these people? Are they trained to represent the people of this country? You call them media? I come from the media. My father was a journalist. I have tremendous respect for such people.”
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She went on to criticise the appearance and behaviour of some paparazzi, referencing their attire and informal approach. “But yeh jo bahar gande, tight pant pehnke, hath mein mobile leke (they were cheap tight pants and have a mobile in their hand), they think just because they have a mobile, they can take your picture and say what they want. And, the kind of comments they pass!” she continued.
Jaya also questioned the background and education of individuals who work as paparazzi. She said, “What kind of people are these people? Kaha se aate hai, kis tarah ka education hai, kya background hai? (Where do they come from, what kind of education do they have, what is their background?)”
Jaya Bachchan on being the most hated person
The Sholay actress also reacted to being called the most hated person on social media. She said, “I don`t give a damn. I don`t care. You hate me, it is your opinion. You are entitled. My opinion is I dislike you immensely because you think you can be like a chuha (mouse) and get into somebody`s house with a mobile camera.”
Jaya Bachchan was then asked about young actors who call the paparazzi at the airport to click their pictures. She replied, “Even my grandson (Agastya Nanda) is young. His film will be released soon. He’s not on any social media platform. But if you have to call photographers to the airport just to get your picture taken, then what kind of celebrity are you?”
