Pooja Pillai is an entertainment journalist with Asian Media Group, where she covers cinema, pop culture, internet trends, and the politics of representation. Her work spans interviews, cultural features, and social commentary across digital platforms.
She began her reporting career as a news anchor, scripting and presenting stories for a regional newsroom. With a background in journalism and media studies, she has since built a body of work exploring how entertainment intersects with social and cultural shifts, particularly through a South Indian lens.
She brings both newsroom rigour and narrative curiosity to her work, and believes the best stories don’t just inform — they reveal what we didn’t know we needed to hear.
Meghan Markle is stepping back into the spotlight, but this time, it’s on her own terms. Her new Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, is more like a heartfelt ode to her passions like cooking, gardening, and hosting also while offering a peek into her life in sunny California. Her latest interview has sparked conversations and for good reason. From candid confessions to subtle power moves, here’s what stood out:
1. Casual meals and family time
Meghan’s series highlights her love for cooking and hosting, but she keeps it real. Chinese takeout is a favourite in their household, though she admits she still plates it beautifully. “It’s about doing what you can and doing it with love,” she says. Breakfast is a family affair, with Meghan often whipping up fried eggs for Harry and their son, Archie. Despite her glamorous image, she cherishes these simple moments.
The series feels like a nod to her pre-royal days, when she ran the lifestyle blog The Tig. Meghan doesn’t see herself as an influencer but as an entrepreneur. “If the brand ends up influential, that’s great,” she says. Her new lifestyle brand, As Ever, reflects her journey of self-discovery and creativity, though she acknowledges the challenges of building a business. “There are twists and turns—even with the name. I was figuring it out in real time,” she admits.
3. A creative spark with Harry
Working on the show has rekindled a sense of joy in her marriage. “It’s almost like a honeymoon period again,” Meghan says. Harry, she notes, loves seeing her return to her creative roots, reminiscent of when they first met. “I see this spark in his eye when he sees me doing the things I was doing back then,” she shares. The series is deeply personal, showcasing her love for cooking, gardening, and crafting.
After the mixed reception of her previous podcast, Archetypes, Meghan is launching a new one with Lemonada Media this spring. She’s open about the learning curve and the scrutiny she faces. “I appreciate everyone who gave me the grace to make mistakes and figure it out,” she says. Her resilience shines through as she navigates the challenges of public life.
5. Looking forward, not back
Unlike her previous Netflix documentary, which delved into her royal exit, this series is upbeat and forward-looking. It’s filled with sunny California vibes, lush gardens, and stylish kitchens. While there’s no mention of the royals, Meghan does reflect on the significance of the Sussex name. “It’s our shared name as a family,” she says. “It means a lot to me, especially now that we have children.”
Meghan’s Next Chapter: A Glimpse Into Her New Series—And a Life Beyond RoyaltyInstagram/meghan
Every interview has a viral moment, and this one was no exception. Meghan’s cryptic but also powerful statement about ‘living authentically and letting go of the noise’ set social media ablaze, with people dissecting every word.
From self-reflection to strategic silence, Meghan’s interview seemed like a masterclass in staying in control of the conversation. Love her or not, she knows how to make headlines.
Perry's onstage quip about "Englishmen" felt like a deliberate signal.
Those yacht photos are, frankly, undeniable.
It started with a Montreal dinner most people missed.
Both are out of long-term relationships.
Well, she’s as good as confirmed it, hasn’t she? Katy Perry just tossed a verbal grenade into her London concert, and the pieces all point to Justin Trudeau. That line about Englishmen? You do not say that by accident. It lands just days after those, let's face it, pretty steamy pictures of them surfaced on her boat. This Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau thing is suddenly feeling very real, shifting from rumours to a full-blown celebrity romance.
Katy Perry’s stage moment sparks worldwide fan theories about a secret romance Getty Images
So what did she actually say?
Mid-show at the O2, looking out at the crowd, she hits them with this: "London, England, you’re like this on a Monday night?... No wonder I fall for Englishmen all the time."
Pause.
Then came the kicker: "...but not anymore." The place erupts. It was too specific, too perfectly timed. And then, almost as if scripted, some fan proposes to her. Her comeback was: "I wish you’d asked me 48 hours ago." What is that, if not a nod to a new, serious someone?
Let’s talk about the yacht. The Daily Mail got those shots and, while grainy, the story they tell is crystal clear. The photos were taken off the coast of Santa Barbara, on her 78-foot Caravelle. He is pulling her in, kissing her cheek. His hand was on her backside in another frame. This follows that low-key Montreal dinner in July that almost flew under the radar.
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Where does this leave everyone?
Right, let us look at the context. Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom only finalised their split recently, with the co-parenting news coming out in July. Justin Trudeau’s marriage to Sophie Grégoire also ended last year. Both are prominent figures with busy lives who have only just become single. Sources are already saying he has been "persistent," flying to see her on tour breaks. It has the feel of something that is accelerating fast. And Perry, with that London comment, seems ready to let it.
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