At the prayer meeting for the late actor Manoj Kumar on April 6, 2025, veteran actress Jaya Bachchan was involved in an incident that has garnered significant attention. A video circulating on social media shows Ms. Bachchan conversing with a group when an elderly woman taps her on the shoulder, seemingly requesting a photo. Visibly surprised and perturbed, Ms. Bachchan is seen pushing the woman’s hand aside and admonishing the accompanying man for attempting to take photographs during the solemn event.
This incident has sparked varied reactions online. Some users criticized the fans for their insensitivity during a prayer meet, suggesting that such occasions are inappropriate for photo requests. Conversely, others felt that Ms. Bachchan’s response was overly harsh, especially given the elderly nature of the fan involved.
Ms. Bachchan has previously been noted for her candid reactions in public settings, particularly concerning unsolicited photography. This event adds to a series of similar incidents where she has expressed displeasure over being photographed without consent.
The prayer meet was attended by several Bollywood personalities, including Aamir Khan and Rakesh Roshan, who gathered to pay their respects to the late Manoj Kumar. The incident involving Ms. Bachchan, however, became a focal point of discussions surrounding the event.