Bollywood sensation Nora Fatehi, revered for her mesmerizing dance moves and escalating acting prowess, candidly opened up about the sometimes invasive nature of the paparazzi in the industry. During a comprehensive dialogue with News18, the starlet discussed the media’s tendency to zoom in on an actor’s body parts, sharing her thoughts on the intentional focal shift that often accompanies the paparazzi’s coverage of female celebrities.
Fatehi, who has recently transitioned into more imminent roles in acting from her established dance reputation, expressed an unbothered stance on the controversy, holding her head high amidst the scrutiny. “I guess they’ve never seen a butt like that before. It is what it is,” Nora nonchalantly remarked. She pointed out that this practice is not singular to her but plagues other female figures in the spotlight as well. “Maybe they don’t zoom into their butt because it’s not exciting but they zoom into their other body parts unnecessarily. Sometimes, I think that there’s nothing to zoom into, so what are they focusing on?”
The ‘Madgaon Express’ star elaborated further on the photographer’s motivations, suggesting that although the underlying intentions of such intrusive actions may be questionable, this raises broader issues that span beyond just her personal experiences. “Their intention behind zooming in is maybe wrong, but that’s a separate conversation. I can’t grab each person and teach them a lesson.” Nevertheless, Fatehi reaffirms her self-confidence and comfort in her skin, gracefully maneuvering through the public eye with finesse and poise.
This assertion of self-assurance comes amidst conversations about her transformative appearance. When compared to the early days of her career in reality shows like ‘Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa’ and ‘Bigg Boss’, speculations arose around cosmetic enhancements. Fatehi tackled these rumors with confidence, underscoring that she is content and proud of her appearance. “These are unfortunately the things that trend on social media. They’re just playing the social media algorithm game. I’m blessed with a [good] body and I’m proud of it and my assets. I’m not ashamed of it.”
Nora Fatehi’s journey in Bollywood began with her debut in ‘Roar: Tigers of the Sundarbans’ in 2014. Since then, she has captivated audiences with her dance numbers in blockbusters like ‘Baahubali: The Beginning’, ‘Satyamev Jayate’, and became a household name with her sultry moves in ‘Dilbar Dilbar’ and ‘O Saki Saki’. Her acting chops earned her high praise, leading to a Best Supporting Actress win at the 66th Filmfare Awards for ‘Batla House’.
Most recently admired for her work in ‘Madgaon Express’, under the direction of Kunal Kemmu, where she stars alongside Avinash Tiwary, Pratik Gandhi, and Divyenndu, Fatehi is seen continually expanding her horizons. Her ongoing projects include sharing the silver screen with Abhishek Bachchan in the upcoming ‘Be Happy’ and delving into regional cinema with the Telugu film ‘Matka’.
As Fatehi’s star continues to rise, her encounters with the paparazzi serve as a stark reminder of the fine line between celebrity reporting and respect for personal space. With public scrutiny at an all-time high and social media often blurring these boundaries, figures like Nora Fatehi navigate the limelight while advocating for a dialogue on privacy and respect in the industry.
(With inputs from ANI)
