A casual dinner outing turned into an uncomfortable moment for Mouni Roy after paparazzi crowded around her outside a Mumbai restaurant. The actor, who has remained under constant public attention since announcing her separation from Suraj Nambiar, appeared visibly uneasy as photographers surrounded her while she tried to leave with television personality Anusha Dandekar. A video from the evening has now gone viral, with many fans discussing her reaction on social media.
Celebrity sightings outside restaurants have become routine in Mumbai, but this latest incident once again raised questions about privacy and personal space. As cameras followed Mouni right up to her car, the actor tried to avoid being filmed and repeatedly requested photographers to stop recording. The clip has since generated mixed reactions, with some viewers sympathising with the actor while others continued discussing her personal life.
Mouni Requests Photographers to Stop
The viral video shows Mouni Roy and Anusha Dandekar leaving the restaurant after spending the evening together. Mouni chose a fitted black bodycon dress for the outing, while Anusha kept her look simple in a white T-shirt paired with loose black trousers. As soon as the two stepped outside, a large group of photographers gathered around them, making it difficult for them to reach their waiting car.
With cameras continuing to follow her, Mouni covered her face while trying to enter the vehicle. Even after getting inside, photographers continued recording from outside the car, prompting the actor to say, “Mat kheecho.” Anusha also asked the photographers to make way so their vehicle could leave without further delay. Security personnel eventually stepped in to clear the crowd and help the two leave the venue safely.
The clip quickly spread across social media, where users shared different opinions about the incident. While several people felt the photographers had crossed a line by continuing to film despite Mouni’s request, others focused on the actresses’ after-party appearance and shared critical comments online. The video has since become one of the most discussed celebrity moments of the day.
Public Attention After Separation
Mouni Roy has remained in the spotlight ever since she confirmed her separation from businessman Suraj Nambiar. Rumours about trouble in their marriage had surfaced earlier this year, particularly during her appearance at the Cannes Film Festival. At the time, the actor chose not to respond publicly as speculation continued across social media platforms.
The rumours eventually ended after Mouni and Suraj released a joint statement confirming that they had decided to separate. The statement read, “We note with dismay the unnecessary and intrusive attention into our personal lives by certain quarters of the media. We would like to state that we have decided to part ways and are taking the necessary time to address matters privately and amicably.” The former couple also requested that people respect their privacy while they handled the situation away from public attention.
Mouni and Suraj had been married for four years before announcing their separation. Neither of them has publicly discussed the reasons behind the split, and both have largely stayed away from commenting on the matter beyond their official statement. Despite that, their personal lives continue to attract significant public interest whenever either of them makes a public appearance.
What’s Next for Mouni Roy?
On the professional front, Mouni was most recently seen in Varun Dhawan’s Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. Although the film did not perform as expected at the box office, the actor has continued expanding her work across films and streaming platforms. She was also part of the recently released web series Ab Hoga Hisaab, adding another project to her growing digital portfolio.
While Mouni’s latest public appearance became the centre of online discussion for reasons unrelated to her work, the incident has once again highlighted the constant attention celebrities face during everyday outings. Whether she is attending an event or simply leaving a restaurant after dinner, the actor continues to find herself surrounded by cameras. Her latest request, “Mat kheecho,” has now become the defining moment from the viral clip, with many fans hoping public figures are given more personal space during such private moments.
