‘Garam paani nahi aa raha tha’: Feroze Khan’s exchange with journalist draws mixed reactions

Mixed reactions have poured in on social media over actor Feroze Khan’s exchange with journalist Ambreen Fatima after being called out for showing up late at a press conference.

As per the details, the event was scheduled for 3 PM but started around 5:30 PM because of Feroze’s late arrival. Ambreen, who was among the journalists present, called out the actor for his lack of professionalism and stressed the need to be punctual.

Feroze, however, jokingly responded that he had no warm water at home, which had caused the delay.

Nonetheless, Ambreen dismissed his justification, pointing out that many media representatives had left disappointed after waiting for hours. She also emphasised that the media plays a major role in celebrities' success, to which someone added that fans do as well, and the journalist agreed.

However, Feroze interrupted, saying that the media had been against him for the past three years, which prompted applause from the audience.

Here’s how social media is reacting to the exchange:

One user wrote, "A "man" couldn't digest being questioned by a "woman." Her time is as important as his time. If she can be professional, who is stopping him from doing the same. The audacity."

Another said, "People like this for real doesn't deserve the fame kudos to the women for standing up"

A user also pointed at the support of Feroze Khan from the audience, saying, "Why's everyone hooting on this unprofessional behavior".

One added, "He does not have the common decency to let the other person even finish saying what she is saying!"

Some of the actor's supporters, however, joined in his defence, saying, "First of all, he apologized for being late as soon as he arrived and secondly paani nhi aa raha tha yaar🤷🏻‍♀️"

Another added, "He apologized for being late as soon as he reached there so there was no need to create unnecessary drama by the reporter."

The press conference was part of Feroze Khan’s promotion for his upcoming boxing match with YouTuber Raheem Pardesi.