Overview

• On July 22, fan Harry shared his version of the confrontation, saying Kumar snatched his phone when he filmed from the front before apologizing and posing for a selfie.
• Bollywood Hungama–cited insiders argue that the actor first obliged the fan’s selfie request and was only recorded incessantly afterward, challenging the viral clip’s chronology.
• The conflicting narratives have intensified public debate over the limits of celebrity privacy and acceptable fan behavior in public spaces.
• Social media users continue to dissect the brief July 20 encounter on Oxford Street, highlighting how quickly moments can be reshaped into broader digital narratives.
• Observers warn that the incident illustrates the growing challenge for public figures to protect personal space as smartphone recording becomes ever more pervasive.