Comedian Shappi Khorsandi has publicly criticised a London pub after claiming staff humiliated her friend for having a visible panty line. The incident, which Khorsandi described as "appalling," has ignited a debate on social media about body shaming and professionalism in the hospitality industry.
According to Khorsandi, her friend was subjected to derogatory comments from bar staff at the unnamed establishment. The comedian took to social media to express her outrage, accusing the pub of fostering a toxic environment. "No one should be made to feel ashamed of their body," she wrote in a now-deleted post.
Witnesses claim the situation escalated when Khorsandi herself was allegedly shoulder-barged by a member of staff as she attempted to address the issue. The pub has yet to release an official statement regarding the allegations.
This incident has sparked wider conversations about how businesses handle customer interactions, particularly when it comes to personal appearance. Many social media users have rallied behind Khorsandi, sharing their own experiences of similar treatment in bars and restaurants across the UK.
The controversy comes at a time when the hospitality industry is facing increased scrutiny over customer service standards and employee training. Industry experts suggest this incident highlights the need for better staff education on appropriate customer interactions.
