Veteran Bollywood actor Jackie Shroff once again demonstrated his straightforward yet polite approach to addressing sensitive issues, this time calling out paparazzi for their intrusive coverage of legendary actor Dharmendra's recent hospitalization.
Airport Confrontation Over Privacy Concerns
The incident occurred at Mumbai airport where Jackie Shroff, dressed in a navy blue shirt and black pants, was being photographed by paparazzi. Instead of ignoring them, the actor took the opportunity to address what he considered insensitive behavior from the media during Dharmendra's health crisis.
In a firm but respectful tone, Jackie told the photographers, "You guys create a lot of trouble. If something like this happens to someone, you shouldn't do it, my friend." He specifically referenced the coverage surrounding 89-year-old Dharmendra's hospitalization while emphasizing the importance of respecting people's privacy during difficult times.
Industry Support for Privacy
Jackie Shroff isn't the only Bollywood personality who has spoken out about the intrusive coverage. Several prominent figures including Karan Johar, Madhur Bhandarkar, Nikitin Dheer, Ameesha Patel, and Farah Khan Ali have used their social media platforms to urge paparazzi to respect the Deol family's privacy.
Dharmendra's own son, Sunny Deol, made headlines when he confronted photographers outside their Juhu home, expressing his frustration with the intensive media scrutiny during his father's health emergency.
Dharmendra's Health Update
The 89-year-old veteran actor was rushed to Breach Candy Hospital after experiencing breathlessness. Following several days of close medical observation, he was discharged with the family announcing that he would continue his treatment at his Mumbai home.
On the professional front, Dharmendra is set to appear in the upcoming film 'Ikkis,' which also stars Agastya Nanda, grandson of Amitabh Bachchan.
Jackie Shroff's airport remarks highlight the ongoing tension between celebrity privacy and media coverage in Bollywood, emphasizing the need for more sensitive reporting during personal crises affecting public figures and their families.
