Casting Couch in Showbiz Industry is a reality many artists silently face, and Pakistani actress Zhalay Sarhadi has now spoken up about it. During a recent podcast, Zhalay revealed that she too was approached with inappropriate offers early in her career. She said that although the offer wasn’t extremely aggressive. It was still clearly inappropriate and came from a well-known director who is still active in the industry today.
The Casting Couch in Showbiz Industry became the focal point of her conversation, as she shared how a director first rejected her for being “too tall” but later offered her a major role—on unacceptable terms. Zhalay emphasized that she entered the entertainment world only to fund her education, not to compromise her dignity.
She also mentioned how she gave “shut-up calls” to many individuals who tried to cross the line. Her bold stance is being praised by fans and peers alike. As more celebrities come forward with such stories. It is becoming clear that the industry needs stronger boundaries and accountability to protect young talent from exploitation.
