Updated On: 30 November, 2025 04:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Jaya Bachchan called out paparazzi for unprofessional conduct, inappropriate attire, and lack of education. She dismissed being labeled the most hated on social media and stressed the importance of privacy. She also comments on celebs calling papas at airport

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Jaya Bachchan and her relationship with the paparazzi is known to all. The veteran actress is often seen losing her cool at camerapersons and grabbing headlines. Recently, at an event, she admitted her relationship with them is zero and also questioned if they can be called the media. She went on to criticise their appearance and background as well.
In a video shared by celebrity photographer Viral Bhayani, Jaya can be heard saying, "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."