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Kajol opens up about being stalked by the paparazzi: 'If i was a regular woman i could report it to the cops'

Updated on: 13 July,2023 09:04 PM IST  |  Mumbai
Written by: Tuhina Upadhyay | tuhina.upadhyay@mid-day.com

Kajol recently shed light on the haunting reality of being stalked by the paparazzi.

Kajol opens up about being stalked by the paparazzi: 'If i was a regular woman i could report it to the cops'

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In a candid interview with a publication, Bollywood actress Kajol recently shed light on the haunting reality of being stalked by the paparazzi. Known for her exceptional talent and illustrious career, Kajol has been a victim of relentless media attention. She bravely addressed the unsettling experiences she faced, emphasizing the challenging predicament celebrities face in terms of personal privacy and security.


Kajol revealed that the paparazzi's relentless pursuit of capturing glimpses of her private life reached an alarming level. She described how photographers would track her solely based on her car, relentlessly following her every move. This intrusion into her personal space made her reflect upon the stark contrast between her position as a public figure and that of an ordinary woman.


In her interview, Kajol shared her frustration at not being able to rely on the same level of protection and recourse that an average person would have if they found themselves being stalked. She highlighted the irony of the situation, where a celebrity like herself, constantly under the media's scrutiny, is unable to file a complaint about strangers tailing her.


Kajol candidly expressed the emotional toll that such incidents took on her. While she understood that being a public figure came with a certain loss of privacy, the constant presence of paparazzi and their intrusive behavior left her feeling vulnerable and anxious. She emphasized that the line between public and private life is often blurred for celebrities, and maintaining a sense of security becomes an ongoing challenge.

While discussing her experiences, Kajol inspired the conversation of raising awareness about the impact of paparazzi stalking on celebrities mental and emotional well-being. She called for a respectful approach from media professionals, urging them to strike a balance between their responsibility to report and the need to respect an individual's personal space.

Kajol's interview sheds light on the harrowing experiences faced by celebrities like herself, who are relentlessly pursued by the paparazzi. The lack of recourse available to them in situations of stalking highlights the unique challenges they face. This insightful conversation serves as a reminder to society to strike a balance between the public's curiosity and respecting an individual's right to privacy.

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