In a stunning turn of events, Meghan Markle has publicly lashed out at Netflix’s chief content officer, Bella Bajaria, blaming her for the catastrophic failure of Markle’s latest project, “As Ever.” Insiders reveal that the former royal’s fury stems from what she perceives as a deliberate sabotage of the series, which has been met with dismal viewership and scathing critiques since its release.
Markle’s accusations come amid a growing narrative that the show’s poor reception is not due to external factors, but rather a self-inflicted wound stemming from her obsessive control over the creative process. Sources close to the production indicate that Markle consistently overruled showrunners, dictating dialogue and direction, leading to a final product that critics have described as lacking depth, authenticity, and emotional resonance.
Despite Netflix’s previous commitment to backing Markle, the silence surrounding “As Ever” has been deafening. The series failed to make a dent in Netflix’s trending charts, garnering only lukewarm ratings and negative social media reactions. Industry analysts suggest that Markle’s insistence on control compromised the integrity of the project, turning it into a “glossy over-polished product” rather than a compelling narrative.
The fallout from this debacle is being felt across Hollywood, with reports suggesting that Markle’s reputation as a high-risk collaborator is leading to burned bridges and a distancing from Netflix. Insiders are now wary of working with her, citing her sensitivity to critique and focus on optics over substantial storytelling.
As Markle’s once-promising Hollywood career faces a critical juncture, the question looms: can she pivot from this disaster, or has the curtain fallen on her ambitions in the entertainment industry? The stakes are high, and time is running out for Markle to reclaim her narrative before the spotlight moves on for good.