Neha Dhupia has once again started an important conversation about celebrity privacy after calling out paparazzi for filming her from behind at a recent awards event. A video of the actress speaking directly to photographers has gone viral on social media, with many people praising her for standing up against a practice that several actors have complained about in the past.
While interacting with photographers on the red carpet, Neha did not hold back. She questioned why some photographers continue to take videos and photos from behind, even after celebrities have repeatedly requested them not to. Speaking in Hindi, she said that it was disrespectful and asked them to stop taking such shots of her or anyone else. She explained that actors step out to attend events as part of their work, but that does not mean they should be filmed in ways that make them uncomfortable. Neha added that celebrities have raised this issue many times, yet some photographers continue to ignore their requests.
Her strong statement quickly caught the attention of social media users and fellow celebrities. Actor Sonakshi Sinha showed her support by commenting on the viral video. She wrote, “Well done Neha!!!” Her reaction reflected the feelings of many in the industry who believe celebrities deserve the same respect for their personal boundaries as anyone else.
This is not the first time an actor has spoken against such photography. Over the past few years, several actresses including Janhvi Kapoor, Palak Tiwari and Zareen Khan have openly asked paparazzi to avoid filming or photographing them from behind. They have repeatedly said that such pictures and videos make them uncomfortable and should not be taken without their consent.
In an interview with Hauterrfly in 2024, Janhvi Kapoor also addressed the issue. She revealed that after she publicly requested photographers not to capture her from certain angles, many of them started assuring her that they would avoid taking back shots. However, she pointed out that videos and photos taken from behind are often used as clickbait on social media because they attract more views and engagement. Janhvi said that while she understands why such content gets attention online, it does not make the practice acceptable. She added that she has every right to decide how she wants to be photographed and that her comfort and consent should always come first.
Neha Dhupia’s latest remarks have once again highlighted the ongoing debate about the fine line between celebrity coverage and personal privacy. As more actors continue to speak up, many hope the paparazzi will respect these requests and focus on capturing moments that do not cross personal boundaries.