A young reporter named Mehrunisa has become an overnight internet sensation, not for breaking a big political story, but for the way she spoke on air. 

 

Her rise to viral fame began during the coverage of the Iranian president’s recent visit to Pakistan. In the now-famous clip, her cameraman asks her to start recording, and she replies in her sweet, unapologetic accent, “On ha, abhi thora agay to anay do” (“It is ON, let it come a little closer first”). 

 

What an innocent and passionate girl. She will go a long way and shine in her career ,of that iam sure. Her accent shall never hold her back in anyway only if her passion stays like this. I know that I myself and so many seniors still stutter, fumble and give uncountable Re… pic.twitter.com/PX4HZaA8vx

— Naureen Saleem Janjua (@NaureenJanjua) August 3, 2025

 

The internet did the rest.

 

As the video spread across social media, people could not get enough of her natural confidence and charm. While some viewers simply enjoyed the light-hearted moment, others applauded her authenticity.

 

Prominent journalist Naureen Saleem Janjua shared the clip, writing, “What an innocent and passionate girl. She will go a long way and shine in her career. Her accent will never hold her back if her passion stays like this. I wish her the best of luck in every aspect of life, especially in journalism. You got this girl.”

 

Sports journalist Faizan Lakhani also came to her support, recalling his own early days: “Took over 30 retakes to record my first-ever PTC when I joined Aaj TV in 2004. My Urdu back then carried hints of a Gujarati accent. We all grow and learn with time. Instead of mocking young colleagues, let’s guide and support them, that’s how real progress happens.”

 

The public reaction was equally heartwarming. 

 

One user wrote, “Loved and enjoyed every second of it. Way to go girl, bus Beepar se duur rehna.” Another added, “Her accent should be her strength. Too natural and passionate. Way to go, girl!” Someone else chimed in, “She’s damn cute,” while another declared, “She did it brilliantly, naturally and with confidence, and that’s what truly matters.”

 

Since going viral, Mehrunia has been interviewed by several digital media outlets. In one of these interviews, she revealed she has only passed matriculation (Grade 10), but has big dreams of studying further and building a career in journalism.