Prince Harry criticised for staying ‘idle’ as Meghan Markle leads money making ventures

Meghan Markle is kicking off 2025 with a bang, diving headfirst into a series of high-profile business ventures that continue to keep her in the spotlight. From lifestyle to entertainment, the Duchess of Sussex is clearly making her mark — but royal insiders are beginning to wonder: where’s Prince Harry in all this?

This year, Meghan has already launched her much-anticipated Netflix cooking show, With Love, Meghan, which sees her indulging in food, DIY projects, and casual moments with celebrity friends.

Not stopping there, she’s also debuted her new lifestyle brand, As Ever, and introduced a curated shopping page showcasing her personal fashion favourites — with Meghan earning commission from every purchase.

Her entrepreneurial streak doesn’t end there. Meghan just dropped the trailer for her upcoming podcast Confessions Of A Female Founder, set to premiere on April 8.

The series promises to delve into the real experiences of women navigating business, blending personal insights with high-profile guests.

But while Meghan is visibly busy and building a brand empire, questions are surfacing about Harry’s involvement — or lack thereof.

Veteran royal photographer Arthur Edwards shared his take on The Sun’s Royal Exclusive show, giving Meghan credit for her hustle but raising eyebrows at Harry’s quiet public presence.

“I’m not Meghan’s biggest fan,” Edwards admitted, “but she’s out there working hard and making things happen. My concern is—what is Harry doing? We hardly see him involved in anything.”

Edwards’ comments have sparked further debate among royal watchers who’ve noted Harry’s reduced public engagements and lack of visibility in Meghan’s recent ventures.

Still, Meghan’s growing influence in the lifestyle and media space suggests she’s carving a solo lane — one that plays to her strengths as a communicator, tastemaker, and entrepreneur. Whether Harry plans to step into a more public-facing role alongside her remains to be seen.

For now, the Duchess is charging ahead, using her platform to build an empire on her own terms — and prompting both admiration and questions in equal measure.