रिकॉर्डिंग बंद करो

You use this phrase when you see a camera or phone pointed at you. It functions as a command or a firm request. If you are among friends, it sounds like a casual plea. If you are in a serious setting, it sounds like an assertion of privacy. Just point at the device and say it clearly.

Use it when a friend tries to film your 'epic fail' moment. It is perfect for professional settings when a private meeting starts. Use it if you are giving an interview and need a break. It is also common when someone is recording a voice note nearby. Basically, any time a microphone or lens is active and you want it off.

Do not use this with a boss or an elder without adding कृपया (please). Without a polite suffix, it can sound quite rude or aggressive. Avoid using it if you are the one supposed to be recorded. If you want someone to just 'pause,' use पॉज़ करो instead. It is too blunt for delicate social situations where you want to be subtle.

India has a massive smartphone culture with millions of content creators. 'Vlogging' is everywhere, from big cities to small villages. Because of this, privacy has become a hot topic in Indian social circles. Using English words like रिकॉर्डिंग is standard because tech terminology is mostly English-based. It reflects the modern, tech-savvy side of urban Hindi speakers.

For a more polite version, use रिकॉर्डिंग बंद कीजिए. Friends might use the slangy हटाओ इसे (take this away). If you are feeling extra casual, just say बंद कर भाई (stop it, brother). In very formal news settings, you might hear छायांकन रोक दें (stop the filming). But for 99% of life, the standard phrase works perfectly.