Shehnaaz Gill He recently found himself at the center of an online debate over his sharp response to a fan’s question about therapy. The clip that went viral on social media drew mixed reactions, especially after Gill’s older interview, sharing contrasting views on seeking therapy, resurfaced.
Shehnaaz Gill’s blunt response to fan’s question about therapy
In an interaction with Pinkvilla, a fan asked Shehnaaz, “Ma’am, are you going to therapy?” The question caught the actor off guard and elicited a blunt response. “Why therapy? No need. People who show attitude and ego in front of me need therapy. Those people who need to soothe their ego. Not me, people like me don’t need it,” Shehnaaz replied.The answer quickly sparked debate online, with some viewers amused while others questioned his answer. One social media user joked, “Brother asked a question and accidentally opened a whole therapy referral department.”
Fans support Shehnaaz Gill
Meanwhile, several others stepped in to defend the actor, feeling that the question itself was unnecessary. A fan commented, “Why do you assume Shehnaaz needs therapy? Is she a doctor?” Another wrote: “Why should she get therapy? Why even ask a question like that? Again, no context, just a clip to smear her.”
Shehnaaz Gill’s earlier remarks about therapy resurface
As the discussion gained steam, many users brought up the fact that Shehnaaz had previously spoken openly about seeking professional help for her mental well-being.In a previous chat with Curly Tales, the actor opened up about therapy, especially to manage his anger issues. “I’ve done a lot of therapy, mostly for my anger issues,” she had shared. He also encouraged people to make therapy a normal part of life, saying: “There comes a time when everyone needs therapy. Everyone should get therapy because people think they’re perfect, but nobody’s perfect and everyone can benefit from it.“