Meghan's famous friend calls out 'unnecessary' backlash after new TV show announced
Mindy Kaling has responded to criticism of Meghan Markle's upcoming Netflix series, on which she appears a celebrity guest.
Kaling, 45, addressed the pushback against With Love, Meghan during a red carpet interview at this week's Golden Globes.
Speaking with Variety Senior Culture & Events Editor Marc Malkin, The Office star called the criticism of the Duchess of Sussex's new project "unneccessary".
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Mindy Kaling has responded to criticism of Meghan Markle's upcoming Netflix series. Variety
Malkin had asked Kaling what it was like to shoot with Meghan.
"We shot it a long time ago, we shot it like 10 months ago. I was like two months postpartum," she said.
The actress didn't want to "give too much away" but did say she and Meghan held a "tea party for kids".
"And so she's just such a thoughtful, creative person with stuff at the home," Kaling continued.
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The series, titled With Love, Meghan, premieres on Netflix on January 15. Netflix
"And she has a garden. And she legitimately has gardens."
She was then asked what she would say to people who are responsible for the "backlash" that has followed the announcement of the show last week.
"I don't know," Kaling began.
"I just feel like people get mad about stuff. And everyone is just like - that feels unnecessary. And a waste of time, maybe."
Kaling confirmed she received a text from Meghan asking if she'd been on the show and was happy to appear.
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Speaking at the Golden Globes, Kaling called the criticism of Meghan and her upcoming show "unnecessary". Variety
"I took my couple of weeks of maternity leave. I'll spend a day in Montecito with my maternity leave!" she said.
"Yeah, it was nice."
Kaling's appearance on With Love, Meghan isn't her first collaboration with the Duchess of Sussex.
She also appeared as a guest on Meghan's podcast Archetypes.
Kaling's cameo in the show is not her first collaboration with Meghan; she also appeared on the duchess' podcast. Netflix
With Love, Meghan debuts on Netflix on January 15, with the royal releasing a promotional trailer on her newly-active Instagram account @meghan.
Meghan turned comments off on the post, seemingly to protect herself from negative feedback.
Netflix's YouTube account, however, left its comments on when posting the trailer, and it was here that some people posted negative comments about the Duchess of Sussex's latest project.
"Made oatmeal buns this morning and elevated them with herbs. I also put extra ginger into my husband's tea! Netflix, here I come!" one person commented.
Another said: "Hey Netflix, can I have a contract? I made toast today whilst pursuing joy and elevated it with butter....just being my authentic self."
One wrote: "That scene with the ice cream scoop. So talented, so brave."
In the series, Meghan showcases her cooking and decorating skills. Netflix
Meghan is host and producer of the lifestyle series, in which she showcases her cooking and decorating skills.
"I have been so excited to share this with you!" the former actress wrote alongside the trailer.
"I hope you love the show as much as I loved making it. Wishing you all a fantastic new year! Thanks to our amazing crew and the team @netflix. Beyond grateful for the support - and fun!
"As ever, Meghan."
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