Watch: Shehnaaz Gill reacts angrily when asked about therapy, says 'People who show me attitude need it'

Shehnaaz Gill (Pictures via X)

Actor Shehnaaz Gill recently found herself at the centre of an online debate after reacting strongly to a fan's question about therapy during an interaction. The clip quickly went viral, drawing mixed reactions from social media users, especially as an older interview in which the actor openly spoke about taking therapy resurfaced.

Shehnaaz Gill reacts to 'Do you go for therapy'

During a fan interaction with Pinkvilla, one admirer asked Shehnaaz, "Ma'am, do you go for therapy?" The question appeared to catch the actor off guard, prompting a sharp response.

"Why therapy? There is no need of it. People who show attitude and ego in front of me need therapy. Those people need it who need to calm their ego. Not me, people like me don't need it," Shehnaaz replied.

Her response soon sparked debate online, with some viewers finding it humorous while others questioned her reaction. One social media user joked, "Interviewer: 'Do you want therapy?' Shehnaaz: 'Why me? Send the people showing me attitude!' Bro asked one question and accidentally opened a full therapy referral department."

Others, however, defended the actor and felt the question itself was unnecessary. A fan commented, "Why is she assuming that Shehnaaz needs therapy? Is she a doctor?" Another wrote, "Why should she take therapy? Why even ask such a question? Again, no context, just a clip to defame her."

As the discussion gained momentum, many users pointed out that Shehnaaz had previously spoken candidly about taking professional help for her mental well-being.

On seeking therapy for anger issues in past

In an earlier conversation with Curly Tales, the actor admitted that she had sought therapy, particularly to manage her anger. "I have taken a lot of therapy, especially for my anger issues," she had shared.

Shehnaaz had also encouraged people to normalise therapy, saying everyone could benefit from it. "There comes a time when everybody needs therapy. Everyone should take therapy because people think they are perfect, but nobody is perfect, and everyone can benefit from it," she had said.

The resurfaced interview has led to fresh discussions online, with some fans suggesting her recent response may have stemmed from how the question was framed rather than her views on therapy itself. While opinions remain divided, the contrasting clips have reignited conversations around mental health, therapy and the importance of context in viral social media moments.