The incident took place during the Gold Streaming Awards ceremony, where Neha was interacting with photographers after receiving an award. A video from the event, which has since gone viral on social media, shows the actor expressing her displeasure over photographers allegedly recording and circulating “back shot” videos of celebrities.

As she was leaving the venue, some photographers reportedly commented on her grey hair. Responding sharply, Neha questioned the practice of filming celebrities from behind and posting such footage online.

In the viral clip, the actor can be seen asking who among the photographers takes such videos and who publishes them, while urging them to stop the practice. She also stressed that the issue was not limited to her alone and that such content should not be created or shared for any individual.

Neha further said that celebrities often cooperate respectfully with photographers at public appearances and events, but certain boundaries should be maintained. According to her, filming people from behind while they are walking, carrying bags or leaving venues crosses a line and should not be encouraged.

The controversy comes months after a video featuring Neha Dhupia, along with actors Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal during a running session, gained attention online. Social media users had pointed out that portions of the footage focused on angles unrelated to the event itself, triggering discussions about the nature of celebrity coverage.

The issue of paparazzi behaviour and privacy has repeatedly surfaced in the film industry, with several actors publicly voicing concerns over the years.

Actor Malaika Arora had also confronted photographers during a public event after they continued filming while she was engaged in a private conversation. A video of the incident had circulated widely, showing her asking photographers to give her some space instead of constantly recording her.

Janhvi Kapoor has previously spoken about the problem of selectively using images captured from awkward angles. In an interview, she said that while some photographers respect boundaries, others often use screenshots or photographs taken from unflattering perspectives as thumbnails or promotional images, particularly when the subject is a female celebrity.

Actor Neha Sharma has also described the trend as disturbing, arguing that it affects how women feel about their personal freedom and public appearances. She had noted that public figures often have to be extra cautious because images and videos can be interpreted or presented in misleading ways.

Television and film actor Mona Singh has similarly criticised the practice, saying that photographers frequently focus on women’s bodies rather than the event or occasion itself. She argued that such coverage is rarely seen in the case of male actors and called for stronger conversations around respectful media conduct.

The latest remarks from Neha Dhupia have once again brought attention to the fine balance between celebrity coverage and personal privacy. As social media continues to amplify paparazzi content, questions around ethical photography, consent and respectful reporting remain central to the discussion.