A recent interview meant to promote the upcoming film Psycho has taken an unexpected turn, sparking widespread criticism and igniting a conversation about boundaries in media. Veteran actor Meera found herself at the center of an uncomfortable exchange when journalist Irshad Bhatti steered the conversation away from cinema and into deeply personal territory.
What @IrshadBhatti336 did during that interview with #Meera can reasonably be described as #harassment. It speaks to Meera’s composure and professionalism that she maintained her dignity, stayed focused on promoting her film #Psycho, and ultimately chose to leave the interview… pic.twitter.com/xjx8hgQWdr
— Suleman Ali ?? (@i_sulemanali) April 19, 2026
The interview, part of Bhatti’s podcast released on Sunday, featured Meera alongside filmmaker and co-star Shaan Shahid, who has written and directed Psycho. The film also stars Sonya Hussyn and Javed Sheikh, making it one of the more anticipated releases this season. However, instead of discussing the film’s narrative, performances, or production journey, the conversation veered sharply into rumors about Meera’s personal life.
Clips from the interview quickly went viral, showing a visibly uneasy Meera being repeatedly questioned about her private affairs, including ongoing speculation surrounding her marriage to businessman Ateeq-ur-Rehman. Despite her attempts to redirect the focus back to her work, urging viewers to watch the film she had poured effort into, the line of questioning persisted.
In a moment that has since been widely shared online, Meera calmly chose to disengage. She stood up, expressed her thanks, and attempted to exit the interview.
Social media users did not hold back; across platforms, viewers condemned the interview, with many labeling it as intrusive and inappropriate. Some described it as a form of “harassment,” pointing out a troubling pattern where female celebrities are often subjected to invasive questioning under the guise of journalism. Others questioned what justified such a line of inquiry in a professional setting.
