Kajol Urges Paps To Stop Clicking Celebs Visiting Manish Malhotra’s Home To Offer Condolences; Sternly Says, “Bas Please”

The passing of a loved one often brings moments of quiet reflection and solidarity, especially within close-knit industries like Bollywood. Over the weekend, several members of the film fraternity gathered to stand by ace designer Manish Malhotra after the demise of his mother, Sudarshan Malhotra, on March 19.

While many celebrities visited his residence to offer condolences. Kajol was spotted arriving at Manish Malhotra’s residence on Sunday to pay her respects. However, paparazzi gathered outside and turned what was meant to be a quiet, personal visit into a public moment.

Kajol Urges Paps To Stop Clicking Celebs Visiting Manish Malhotra’s Home To Offer Condolences

As she made her way inside, Kajol appeared visibly uncomfortable with the cameras pointed at her during such a solemn occasion. In videos now circulating on social media, she can be seen politely urging photographers to stop filming. Saying, “Please bas,” she gestured for them to hold back and move clearly, signalling her discomfort and her desire for privacy while attending the condolence visit.

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Social Media Reacts To The Moment

The brief interaction quickly sparked a conversation online, with many users supporting Kajol’s stance and calling for greater sensitivity. One user commented, “No, they also have their lives. Look at the moment, she has come to offer condolences after the death of Manish Malhotra’s mother.” Another wrote, “She is right. She is there to sympathise, not for an outing. If it were an outing, she may not have said anything.”

The incident once again highlighted the ongoing debate around paparazzi culture and the boundaries of coverage, especially during emotionally difficult moments.

Manish Malhotra’s Mother Passes Away

Manish Malhotra’s mother, Sudarshan Malhotra, passed away on March 19 at an advanced age. Her funeral took place in Mumbai on March 20, followed by a prayer meeting attended by several members of the film industry. Celebrities including Karan Johar, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Varun Dhawan, Kiara Advani and Arjun Kapoor. Were among those who visited to pay their respects. Kajol, along with Ajay Devgn and their daughter Nysa Devgn, was also present at the prayer meet, standing in solidarity with the grieving family.

As the industry continues to mourn the loss, Kajol’s brief but telling interaction has underscored an important reminder—that even public figures deserve space and dignity during moments of grief.

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Varsha Tiwari

Varsha Tiwari is a budding content writer passionate about Bollywood, pop culture, and the stories behind the spotlight. She enjoys breaking down trends, celebrity moments, and film narratives into engaging, reader-friendly content. Always curious and observant, she is currently pursuing a Master’s in Communication and Journalism. Outside of writing, she enjoys painting because storytelling doesn’t always need words to make an impact.