Shilpa Shetty faces backlash for refusing selfie with female cop at Lalbaugcha Raja

Shilpa Shetty Kundra is currently facing backlash as a video from Mumbai's Lalbaugcha Raja pandal surfaces. The clip shows the actress, 49, declining a selfie request from a female police officer, stating "Mat karo." The incident has ignited a range of opinions online.

During her visit, a female police officer approached Shilpa for a selfie. The actress responded by refusing the photo, accompanied by a gesture and the words "Mat karo." Her security team also intervened, echoing the sentiment. The incident has since gone viral.

This year, Shilpa Shetty Kundra and her family, known for their Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, refrained from bringing the idol home due to a family bereavement, without further details.

Following the video's release, some social media users criticized Shilpa's interaction with the police officer. One user commented, "It's surprising to see such a different attitude from Shilpa compared to her emotional displays on the dance show." Another wrote, "She could have taken a photo with the police officer. Their arrogance is never-ending." A third user added, "It would have taken her just a few seconds to pose."

Shilpa’s major announcement about Bastian

Shilpa Shetty's Mumbai restaurant, Bastian Bandra, is shutting down, with its final day of operation being Thursday. The actress announced the news on her Instagram story, sharing an emotional note about the closure. Bastian Bandra, co-owned by Shilpa Shetty and restaurateur Ranjit Bindra, has been a popular spot since its inception in 2016, known for its seafood dominance.

Shilpa Shetty announced the news to her fans. "This Thursday marks the end of an era as we bid farewell to one of Mumbai's most iconic destinations - BASTIAN BANDRA. A venue that gave us countless memories, unforgettable nights, and moments that shaped the city's nightlife now takes its final bow. To honour this legendary space, we're curating a very special evening for our closest patrons - a night filled with nostalgia, energy, and magic, celebrating everything Bastian has stood for one last time. While we say goodbye to BASTIAN BANDRA, our Thursday night ritual Arcane Affair will continue next week at BASTIAN AT THE TOP, carrying forward the legacy in a brand-new chapter with brand new experiences."

Shilpa's current projects

Professionally, Shilpa continues her role as a judge on Super Dancer Season 5. Her recent film, Sukhee, featured Amit Sadh and others. She is also set to star in the Kannada film KD: The Devil, marking her return to the industry after 18 years.