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Shatrughan Sinha defends paparazzi amid Jaya Bachchan's remark: 'Aap log pant achhi pehente hain'

Updated on: 11 December,2025 09:04 AM IST  |  Mumbai
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Shatrughan Sinha took a lighthearted dig at Jaya Bachchan’s harsh remarks on paparazzi, eliciting laughter. He told them that they wear nice pants and shirts. Her comments on their attire and professionalism have sparked widespread debate

Shatrughan Sinha defends paparazzi amid Jaya Bachchan's remark: 'Aap log pant achhi pehente hain'

Shatrughan Sinha and Jaya Bachchan (Pic/AFP)

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Jaya Bachchan’s strict demeanour and rude interaction with paparazzi has always grabbed the limelight. A few days back, she appeared at an event where she was questioned about her relationship with paps. However, the actress didn’t hold herself back and commented on their dressing, educational qualifications, and style of working. This triggered a huge debate, with several celebs slamming her. Now, Shatrughan Sinha has taken a lighthearted dig at her comment.

Shatrughan Sinha takes a dig at Jaya Bachchan


At a recent event in Mumbai, he said, “Aap log pant bhi achhi pehente hain aur shirt bhi achhi pehente hain. (You wear nice pants and shirts).” His comment elicited laughter, with Poonam expressing how it felt as though “the new year has already begun.”



 
 
 
 
 
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For the unversed, veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha, fondly known as ‘Shotgun’, celebrated his 79th birthday recently, and warm wishes poured in from across the film industry, friends, family, and fans.

About Jaya Bachchan’s remark

During her conversation with Barkha Dutt, she said, “Bahar drain-pipe type gande-gande pants pehen kar, haath mein mobile le kar… they think just because they have a phone, they can take your picture and say whatever they want, along with the kind of comments they pass. (Wearing dirty pants like drain pipes, and mobile in hands, they think they can take your picture).”

The actress added, "I am the product of the media, but my relationship with paparazzi is zero. Who are these people? Are they trained to represent the people of this country? You call them media? I come from the media. My father was a journalist. I have tremendous respect for such people."

The Sholay actress also reacted to being called the most hated person on social media. She said, "I don't give a damn. I don't care.”

Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit also criticised the veteran actress for her “harsh” comment. Her sharp comments were deemed “elitist” by several industry voices. However, the issue has now escalated further. As reported earlier by mid-day, some of Bollywood’s paparazzi agencies are preparing to file a formal complaint with the Cine & TV Artistes’ Association (CINTAA) against the veteran actor’s remarks. They are even planning to boycott the actress and stop clicking her completely.

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