Kangana Ranaut, a prominent Bollywood actress and BJP MP, has publicly criticized veteran actress and politician Jaya Bachchan following a widely circulated video showing Bachchan pushing away a fan attempting to take a selfie with her. The incident, which occurred at the Constitution Club in Delhi, sparked significant backlash on social media, with many questioning Bachchan’s conduct as a public figure.
The video, captured at the Delhi event, shows a person approaching Bachchan for a selfie, only to be physically pushed aside by the seasoned actress. This moment quickly went viral, drawing sharp criticism from netizens who viewed her response as dismissive and inappropriate for someone in her position. The public outcry highlighted the expectations placed on celebrities and public officials to engage courteously with fans.
In response, Kangana Ranaut took to her Instagram Stories to share the clip, accompanied by a scathing caption. She described Bachchan as “the most spoilt and privileged woman” and accused her of leveraging her husband Amitabh Bachchan’s fame to maintain her status. Ranaut further remarked that Bachchan’s behavior reflected a lack of personal achievement, stating, “The kind of arrogance she displays, as if people are dying to take selfies with her.” Ranaut also claimed that Bachchan’s attitude suggested she viewed others as insignificant, referring to them as “janata jaanwar” (the public as animals).
This is not the first instance of tension between Ranaut and Bachchan. Their public disputes date back to 2020, when Bachchan, a Samajwadi Party MP, criticized Ranaut’s comments about the film industry during a parliamentary session. Bachchan had objected to Ranaut’s depiction of Bollywood as a “gutter,” prompting a heated exchange. Ranaut responded by asserting her contributions to feminism and patriotic cinema, rejecting Bachchan’s remarks.
The recent incident has reignited discussions about celebrity conduct and privilege in the public eye. The Times of India reported on the controversy, noting the polarized reactions online. As the debate continues, the episode underscores the ongoing scrutiny faced by public figures in navigating their interactions with fans and media.
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