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Sabeer Bhatia Recalls When US Guests Were Stunned As Waiter Touched Bollywood Star's Feet
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News18•07-10-2026, 10:26
Sabeer Bhatia Recalls When US Guests Were Stunned As Waiter Touched Bollywood Star's Feet
- •Hotmail co-founder Sabeer Bhatia recalled hosting an unnamed Bollywood actress at his home years ago.
- •A catering worker recognized the actress, put down his tray, and lay flat on the floor to touch her feet.
- •Bhatia's American guests were completely bewildered by the extreme display of reverence and asked for an explanation.
- •The entrepreneur noted that celebrity worship is deeply embedded in Indian culture, though interpretations of the behavior vary widely among social media users.
Key Questions Answered
Sabeer Bhatia recalled an old gathering at his home where a catering worker recognized a popular Bollywood actress, put down his tray, touched her feet, and lay flat on the floor in front of her.
Bhatia's American guests were completely bewildered by the catering worker's behavior, repeatedly asking who the actress was and why the worker touched her feet, which made it difficult for Bhatia to explain the cultural gesture.
No, Sabeer Bhatia chose not to identify the actress involved in the incident, stating that he would not name her out of respect for her privacy.
