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Actor Neha Dhupia reportedly stood up to paparazzi at a recent Mumbai function after they reportedly took "back shots" in the line of fire. Clearly frustrated, Neha was heard saying, “We’re tired of this... Yeh band karo” (Stop this), emphasizing that such practices are inappropriate and should not be done to anyone.

The whole scene was recorded on a camera and has generated a lot of buzz, with many taking a stance against the kind of photography they do. Celebrities have been making many demands for basic respect from the photographers over and over again, a recent problem, she said. Neha said it's not their duty to handle such behavior during their outings.

The episode has sparked debates on ethics, dealing with consent and privacy of celebrities in India. The need for the media people to behave more professionally has been raised by several actresses in the past. The bold call-out by Neha has received fans' and fellow celebrities' appreciation for bringing forth such a long-standing issue of the industry.