“If you have to ban something, ban products which are actually harmful for us, like cigarettes. Smoking also affects the health of people standing around you. But we won't ban such things. We're told don't eat fish, don't eat meat, don't wear miniskirts and other such things.”

Indian actress, television talk show host and newspaper columnist

Pooja Bedi is an Indian actress, television talk show host, and newspaper columnist. She is the daughter of actors Kabir Bedi and Protima Bedi. Bedi has appeared on Indian reality television, including Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, Nach Baliye, Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi, and Bigg Boss. Her public profile combines entertainment, commentary, and television presenting, which has made her a familiar media personality in India.