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Tanishaa Mukerji's Plea: Keep Jaya Bachchan Calm This Puja!
10 Oct
Summary
- Actress Tanishaa Mukerji appeals to paparazzi to respect Jaya Bachchan's privacy.
- Celebrations are for the Mukerji family's annual Durga Puja in Mumbai.
- Mukerji urges visitors and media for safety and courtesy during the event.
As the Mukerji family prepares for their annual Durga Puja celebrations in Mumbai, actress Tanishaa Mukerji has issued a light-hearted appeal to the paparazzi. Speaking at a press conference on Friday, October 10, 2026, she specifically requested photographers to refrain from provoking veteran actress Jaya Bachchan during the event. Tanishaa also emphasized the need for general safety and courtesy among the expected large crowds at the pandal.
The actress highlighted that increased footfall during the puja festivities could lead to overcrowding and pushing. She urged both media and the public to be considerate of one another, reminding them of basic humanity. This plea is particularly relevant given Jaya Bachchan's documented history of expressing unease with paparazzi encounters, which frequently spark public debate about celebrity privacy and media boundaries.
The Mukerji family's Durga Puja, hosted at SNDT Ground in Juhu, Mumbai, is a significant annual gathering. The tradition, previously organized by Ayan Mukerji's father Deb Mukerji until his passing in 2025, continues with the family's next generation. Jaya Bachchan's last major film appearance was in 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani' in 2023.
