Mumbai, Dec 8 (NationPress) ITA founder and actor Shashi Ranjan has voiced his disagreement with Jaya Bachchan’s recent statements regarding paparazzi culture, which have ignited considerable debate.

In response to the ongoing controversy, Ranjan told IANS, “It was Jaya Bachchan’s opinion, and I strongly oppose her views on the paparazzi.” He made these comments at an event commemorating the ITA Awards’ 25th anniversary in the industry.

Recently, actress Ameesha Patel publicly supported the paparazzi, commending their unwavering dedication. In an exclusive conversation with IANS, she expressed her admiration for the paparazzi and media personnel, describing them as incredibly hardworking. The ‘Gadar 2’ actress emphasized that, regardless of the conditions, the paparazzi consistently show up and perform their duties with commitment.

When asked about Jaya Bachchan’s recent remarks on the paparazzi, Ameesha stated, “Everyone is entitled to their opinion. But I genuinely appreciate the paps. I appreciate you, media folks. You all work tirelessly, regardless of the weather.”

For context, at a recent event, Jaya Bachchan mentioned that she has no connection with the paparazzi and questioned their professionalism and qualifications. She criticized what she labeled as their increasingly invasive behavior.

While critiquing their actions, the veteran actress remarked: “These individuals outside, dressed poorly and holding mobile phones, believe that just because they have a phone, they can take your picture and say whatever they wish. What kind of comments do they make? Who are these people? Where do they come from? What is their education? What is their background?”

Her comments quickly triggered backlash from media professionals, social media users, and even several figures within the film industry.