On June 17, 2025, Samantha Ruth Prabhu was filmed reacting angrily to paparazzi outside a gym in Mumbai. Dressed in brown gym attire and engaged in a phone call, she appeared visibly irritated as photographers surrounded her, attempting to take photos and videos despite her requests to stop. In the viral video, she said, “Stop it, guys,” and “Rukho, ji. Please,” while trying to reach her car, which wasn’t immediately available, adding to her frustration.
She briefly apologized, saying, “Sorry, guys,” but firmly reiterated her request for privacy. The incident, reported by multiple outlets like News18, The Economic Times, and NDTV, sparked online debate. Some netizens criticized the paparazzi’s invasive behavior, calling it harassment, while others speculated her PR team might have tipped off the photographers, though her fans defended her, emphasizing celebrities’ need for personal space. This event highlights ongoing tensions between celebrities and media, with Samantha’s reaction reflecting her discomfort with relentless attention during a private moment.