It’s ironic that Hema Malini had to face criticisms for not smiling and and feeling detached amidst presenting medals at a sports event in Mathura which is her constituency. Her conduct has been qurstioned. How could the public or her fans attribute her conduct as bad behaviour? She must be having reasons for it. Infact she is the most well behaved human being. She has lost her husband Dharmendra and but obvious she may be brooding over the loss. It isn’t fair to criticise and troll her. Infact some online users suggest this transformation in her .conduct may be linked to the recent passing of her husband, Dharmendra, while others argue her behavior is not a new issue. Being fortunate to be knowing her and her family very well she has never been involved in unpleasant controversies as of now. She is a simple well behave person and very religious too.
It’s absolutely not in good taste of some online users to compare her to Jaya Bachchan, often criticised for her interactions with photographers, writing, “Jaya Bachchan ki chhoti behen.” Others criticised the event organisers for inviting her, arguing that the children deserved a more encouraging atmosphere.
Comments ranged from urging her to smile and acknowledge the players’ hard work to questioning why such guests are invited if they appear disengaged during public events.
Reportedly a video on circulation in social media video circulated on social shows Hema Malini, an actress and BJP MP, from Mathura presenting medals to young athletes sans a smile and appearing visibly detached. This has led to backlash.
Many social media users described her behavior as “disrespectful” and “arrogant,” comparing her to actress Jaya Bachchan, who also faces frequent criticism for her interactions with the media and public. Critics questioned why she would attend public events if she appeared unhappy or unwilling to interact warmly with the participants.
However, her supporters and some media outlets have suggested that her public conduct may be a reflection of her ongoing grief and distress following Dharmendra’s death in November 2025. Fans argue she is still coping with a significant personal loss, which could explain her subdued demeanor.
This incident follows earlier instances where Hema Malini’s interactions with the public and media have been debated. She has faced criticism in the past for refusing selfies and seemingly ignoring fans, with some calling her behavior rude.
There have been comments that her attitude becomes “extra sweet amidst election time,” implying a shift in behavior depending on the context. Discussions about her private life and unconventional marriage to Dharmendra have always been a topic of public scrutiny, and she has often chosen to maintain her dignity and privacy regardless external judgment.
In essence, the recent video has reignited an ongoing conversation about her public persona, with some attributing her recent conduct to personal tragedy and others viewing it as consistent with past behavior.
As her well wisher and personally knowing her, it’s a request not to jump into conclusions and troll her and or criticised her in any manner
News Input KV Raman