Bollywood actors Neha Sharma and Mona Singh have recently spoken out against the paparazzi’s invasive and objectifying methods. Both actresses have highlighted the troubling issue of female celebrities being photographed from unflattering positions and scrutinized without their permission.
Neha Sharma, known for her appearances in films like “Crook” and “Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior,” highlighted her displeasure with the paparazzi’s relentless scrutiny, especially after gym exercises. While admitting the importance of remaining relevant in today’s media landscape, Sharma lamented the invasion of privacy and the loss of freedom in clothing selection. She stressed the impact on women’s well-being and called for more courteous treatment by the paparazzi.
Similarly, Mona Singh, well-known for her role in the television series “Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin,” chastised the paparazzi for objectifying women’s bodies and focusing on unsuitable angles without respecting their dignity. Singh emphasized the double standard in media coverage, in which women face invasive examinations but men are spared. She urged female actors to stand together and speak out against such abuses, as well as to demand respect and decency in media representation.
The ongoing discussion over the intrusive nature of paparazzi coverage has gained pace, with some celebrities joining the chorus of disapproval. Many people, including Mrunal Thakur and Nora Fatehi, have spoken out against sensationalizing their bodies and violating their privacy. In a recent interview, Janhvi Kapoor complained of being photographed from “wrong angles,” expressing discomfort and pleading for better treatment by the paparazzi.
As the debate over paparazzi ethics heats up, actors such as Neha Sharma and Mona Singh are joining the call for increased accountability and respect in media coverage. Their candid words shed light on the difficulties female celebrities confront when negotiating the paparazzi’s intrusive gaze, emphasizing the need to maintain dignity and autonomy in media depiction.
