Ahmed Ali Butt defends Irshad Bhatti as Meera podcast fallout grows
Ahmed Ali Butt has entered the ongoing Meera podcast controversy, publicly defending Irshad Bhatti while many entertainment figures have voiced support for Meera.
Ahmed Ali Butt has become one of the few celebrities to publicly support journalist Irshad Bhatti following the viral backlash surrounding Meera’s recent podcast appearance.
The actor used Instagram Stories to share what he called his “50 cents” on the issue, offering a point by point defense of the interviewer and questioning the public outrage.
In his Story, the actor argued that the podcast was a professional commitment and said guests who agree to appear should expect to participate within the show’s format.
He also noted that Irshad Bhatti is widely known for his direct interviewing style, suggesting that anyone appearing on the platform should be aware of that beforehand.
Ahmed Ali Butt further stated that the questions being discussed were not hidden secrets or fresh allegations, but matters already in the public domain.
The controversy began after Meera appeared on Irshad Bhatti’s podcast as part of ongoing promotional activity for her upcoming film Psycho, which also stars Shaan Shahid.
During the interview, several questions reportedly touched on past controversies linked to Meera, leading to visible discomfort and eventually her decision to walk out of the conversation.
Clips from the podcast quickly spread online, triggering debate across social media.
He acknowledged that Meera had every right to leave the interview if she felt uncomfortable, but questioned why the wider public had become so offended on her behalf.
Speaking as both an actor and podcaster, he added that in his view, Irshad Bhatti remained controlled in tone and did not aggressively confront the guest.
His comments made him stand out as one of the only entertainment figures publicly defending the host, while much of the celebrity reaction appeared more sympathetic toward Meera.
Many viewers felt the line of questioning was inappropriate and unnecessary, especially during a film promotion cycle.
Several people from the entertainment world publicly sympathized with Meera and said personal controversies should not overshadow an artist’s current work.
Irshad Bhatti has also addressed the criticism, reportedly maintaining that the questions asked were related to controversies already associated with Meera’s public image and were not intended as personal attacks.
Meanwhile, Meera has remained a major talking point due to her return to the spotlight through Psycho.
The film stars Shaan Shahid and is being promoted through press conferences, media appearances and digital campaigns.
With its intense title and thriller positioning, the project has already generated curiosity among film audiences.