Actor Sunny Deol confronted paparazzi once again during a private family moment, expressing strong disapproval as they filmed the immersion of his late father Dharmendra’s ashes. The emotional ceremony took place on December 3 in Haridwar, India. A video of Deol’s outburst quickly went viral across social media platforms.
The Deol family, including Sunny, Bobby, and Dharmendra’s grandson Karan, gathered at Har Ki Pauri Ghat for the ritual. The atmosphere was somber and deeply personal for the grieving family. However, the presence of numerous photographers capturing the event led to Sunny Deol losing his composure.
He was seen visibly agitated, reportedly asking one photographer, “How much money do you want? Aren’t you ashamed?” The actor also appeared to push a camera away from the scene. His frustration stemmed from what he perceived as an intrusion into their private mourning.
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This is not the first instance of Sunny Deol clashing with the media over his family’s privacy. A few days prior, he had reprimanded paparazzi outside his home. They were attempting to film his father, Dharmendra, who had just returned from the hospital in serious condition.
Deol criticized the insensitivity of filming someone’s father in such a vulnerable state. He questioned whether “content” had become more important than human compassion for the media.
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Dharmendra’s recent passing profoundly impacted the Indian film industry and his millions of fans. His image as the “He-Man” of Bollywood concealed a sensitive and loving individual. The family’s shared grief was evident as they stood together, supporting each other during the ash immersion.
The incident has sparked renewed debate on social media about the paparazzi’s role. Many users argue that the media should respect privacy during such intensely personal moments. Others contend that while paparazzi are performing their jobs, clear boundaries are necessary to prevent exploitation of grief.