The hiring manager no-showed, arrived late, then explained who runs the show.

A candidate interviewing for a Product Owner role in Bengaluru got stood up the first time — no explanation offered. Rescheduled. On the second attempt, the hiring manager arrived fifteen minutes late, again without apology, and began the session by explaining 'he runs the show.' He then demanded five to six days in-office for a role that typically allows remote flexibility. The Reddit post title summarised the experience: 'Why do Indian hiring managers think they are GOD?'