MUMBAI: Amitabh Bachchan has stepped into the growing conversation around media intrusion, and his words have hit the industry like a storm.
Amid the ongoing concern about Dharmendra’s health, the legendary actor expressed his frustration over the way parts of the media have been covering the situation, often insensitively and without restraint.
Reacting to videos and reports circulating online, Amitabh used strong words, calling the behaviour “disgusting” and saying there are “no ethics” left in certain sections of the media today.
His comment immediately went viral, striking a chord with fans, colleagues, and even journalists who believe the media must draw a line between coverage and invasion of privacy.
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The frustration comes from the fact that when Dharmendra’s health updates began trending, camera crews and paparazzi reportedly gathered outside hospitals and near the actor's home, capturing visuals that many fans found disrespectful.
The pressure on the family intensified as multiple unverified reports on Dharmendra’s condition began circulating, adding confusion and fear.
Amitabh's strong stance reflects a long-standing concern many celebrities share but rarely voice so openly.
In his remark, he highlighted the erosion of sensitivity when it comes to reporting on a person’s health, especially a respected veteran like Dharmendra.
According to insiders, the family was distressed about the chaos outside their residence, which made the situation even more difficult for them.
Industry insiders have also pointed out that moments of vulnerability, especially health-related, require dignity and space, something the media often dismisses in the race for breaking news.
Amitabh’s statement has now brought the issue to national attention, with many people revisiting the debate over responsible journalism, privacy laws for public figures, and the boundary between legitimate reportage and exploitation.
Fans and fellow actors have taken to social media to support Amitabh’s comment, agreeing that the paparazzi culture has crossed limits.
Several netizens have also questioned why the health condition of a beloved veteran like Dharmendra needs to become a spectacle.
While Dharmendra’s family continues to handle the situation privately, Amitabh Bachchan’s words have sparked an important conversation, one that the industry has long ignored but can no longer overlook.
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