In 2016, Amitabh Bachchan, Taapsee Pannu, Kirti Kulhari, and Andrea Tariang had teamed up for a movie titled PINK. Directed by Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury, PINK was a hit at the box office and was appreciated by critics.
One of the best elements of the film was the dialogues which we can never forget. Today, the film completes four years of its release, so let’s look at the list of some of the hard-hitting dialogues from the movie…
‘Na’ sirf ek shabd nahi, apne aap mein ek poora vakya hai, isse kisi tarakh, spashtikaran, explanation ya vyakhya ki zaroorat nahi hoti, na ka matlab na hi hota hai…
Hamare yahan ghadi ki sui character decide karti hai…
Raat ko ladkiyan jab sadak pe akeli jaati hai to gaadiyaan slow jaati hai aur unke sheeshe neeche ho jate hai. Din mei ye mahan idea kisiko nahi aata…
Kisi bhi ladki ko kisi bhi ladke ke saath kabhi bhi akele nahi jana chaiye, kyuki aisa karne se waha ke log assume kar lete hai ki woh khud waha pe aayi hai aur unhe use touch karne ya, chune ka licence issue kar dia gaya hai…
Sharab ko yaha ek galat character ki nishani maana jaata hai, sirf ladkiyon ke liye. Ladkon ke liye to ye sirf ek health hazard hai…
Rock show mei hai to hint hai, library ya mandir mein hai to hint nahi hai. Venue decide karta hai aapka character…
These boys must realise that ‘no’ ka matlab ‘no’ hota hai. Usse bolne wali ladki koi parichit ho, friend ho, girlfriend ho, koi sex worker ho, ya aapki apni biwi hi kyu na ho. ‘No’ means ‘No’ and when someone says ‘No’, you stop…
Rahul’s casual dismissal of that controversy has added fuel to the fire
Rahul Bhatt sparks controversy over 'insensitive' remarks about sisters Alia and Pooja Bhatt
Rahul Bhatt, fitness trainer and son of veteran filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt, has found himself at the centre of a social media storm following controversial remarks about his half-sister, Alia Bhatt. In a recent interview, Rahul drew comparisons between Alia and their older sister Pooja Bhatt, calling the latter more talented, attractive, and principled.
The comments, which many have labelled inappropriate and insensitive, have sparked widespread criticism online. During the interview, Rahul stated, “In my opinion, she (Alia) is not even half of what my real sister Pooja is. Not in talent, not in looks, not in terms of being sexy. In front of my sister, she is ‘paani kam chai’ (watery tea). Amongst the siblings, the most talented and the most moralistic is Pooja.”
Social media users reacted strongly, questioning why Rahul would compare his sisters in such personal terms. Several users were particularly disturbed by his reference to their appearance and sex appeal, pointing out that such comparisons within a family cross boundaries of propriety. One comment read, “This is disturbing. Why talk about your sisters like that? It’s not just weird, it’s wrong.” Another post said, “There’s nothing respectful about comparing your siblings’ attractiveness in public.”
The backlash also reignited conversation around a decades-old controversy involving Mahesh Bhatt and Pooja Bhatt. Rahul was asked about the infamous 1990s magazine cover where the father-daughter duo shared a kiss, which had stirred public outrage at the time. Dismissing the criticism, Rahul said, “It doesn’t make any difference. It’s like water off a duck’s back. We know the truth, and we’ve seen everything since childhood.”
Rahul’s casual dismissal of that controversy has added fuel to the fire, with critics saying it reflects a broader issue of the Bhatt family being insensitive to public perception and boundaries. Many users questioned the need for bringing up old incidents in a bid to defend new and equally questionable statements.
As of now, neither Alia Bhatt nor Pooja Bhatt has issued any public response to Rahul’s remarks. Both actors, known for their significant contributions to Indian cinema, have typically kept family matters private despite living in the public eye.
This episode has also sparked debate over the role of public figures in maintaining respect when discussing family matters in the media. Observers say such comments, especially when involving women’s appearance and personal qualities, reinforce problematic attitudes and fuel unnecessary controversies.
While Rahul Bhatt is not as prominent in the entertainment industry as his father or sisters, his comments have made headlines and placed the Bhatt family in the spotlight for reasons beyond their creative work. For many, this serves as a reminder that public platforms come with responsibility, and that family ties should not be trivialised or dissected for attention or comparison.
The backlash is unlikely to subside soon, especially as fans and followers of Alia and Pooja continue to express disappointment over the way the situation has unfolded. Whether or not Rahul chooses to clarify or apologise remains to be seen.