At a recent political event, veteran actor and politician Hema Malini found herself at the center of an online debate after an awkward interaction with a fan went viral. In the video, which spread quickly across social media, Hema is seen posing for a photo when a fan standing beside her attempts to place a hand on her shoulder. The Dream Girl star didn’t waste a moment, promptly saying “Haath nahi” (“Don’t touch”) and gesturing for the fan to keep her distance.
The incident sparked a wave of reactions online, with opinions ranging from support for Hema’s firm stance to critiques of her response. Some social media users expressed admiration for her handling of the situation, calling it a necessary assertion of personal space in an era where boundaries are often blurred. One user commented, “She has every right to protect her personal space.
Not everyone enjoys being touched by strangers.” #HemaMalini gets irritated and angry when a fan tries to hold her for a picture.Buddhi pagal ho gayi hai pic.
twitter.com/z2Bh2Aj2bH — PitchAndPopcorn (@RajnilSarma99) August 22, 2024 However, not everyone shared the same sentiment. Some compared her response to that of fellow actor Jaya Bachchan, who has also made headlines for her no-nonsense attitude toward fans and paparazzi.
“Hema Malini and Jaya Bachchan, two peas in a pod. They both hate being touched,” one user quipped, adding fuel to the conversation. Another user remarked, “Why so grumpy? A simple smile wou.