Breach of Privacy: Air Hostess Makes Shraddha Kapoor’s Video Viral, Legal Trouble Ahead
Mumbai (The Uttam Hindu) : In today’s digital age, where almost everyone carries a smartphone, photography has become second nature. People often click and share photos instantly on social media. However, this trend has increasingly raised serious concerns around privacy—especially for public figures. A recent incident involving actress Shraddha Kapoor has once again brought the issue into the spotlight.
According to reports, Shraddha Kapoor was seen chatting with her rumored boyfriend, Rahul Modi, on a flight. The two were sitting close together when an air hostess allegedly recorded a video of them without their consent and later uploaded it to social media. The video has since gone viral, raising questions about the boundaries of personal privacy, especially for celebrities.
Not the First Time
This is not an isolated case. In the past, several celebrities have had their private moments recorded or photographed without permission. A notable example includes Alia Bhatt, who was once clicked while spending quiet time in her home. A person from a neighboring building took her pictures without her knowledge and shared them online, triggering widespread outrage. Now, with Shraddha Kapoor's private in-flight moment being recorded and circulated without her consent, the conversation around the right to privacy and digital ethics has resurfaced with urgency.
What Does the Law Say?
Under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution, every citizen is entitled to the right to privacy. This was reinforced in the landmark Justice K.S. Puttaswamy vs. Union of India verdict in 2017, where the Supreme Court declared privacy a fundamental right. Recording or photographing someone without their consent, especially in a way that could cause emotional distress or embarrassment, is considered a violation of that right.
Legal Consequences
According to Section 78(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), anyone who stalks, films, or shares someone's photos without permission—especially in a harassing or intrusive manner—can face legal action. For a first-time offense, the punishment includes 1 to 3 years of imprisonment along with a fine. For repeat offenders, the sentence can extend to 3 to 7 years of imprisonment, in addition to a fine. As the video of Shraddha Kapoor continues to circulate, the incident raises important questions not just about celebrity privacy but about public accountability in the digital space.