Raja
Sanjay Kapoor’s second movie was Raja in 1995 after Prem which was released in the same year. Raja was a hit in the box office unlike Prem. Sanjay played the role of Raja opposite Madhuri as Madhu. The song Akhiyaan Milaoon Kabhi by Alka Yagnik and Udit Narayan, is still a hit and many reality shows use it for dance performances.
Sirf Tum
Another hit film of Sanjay Kapoor is Sirf Tum, which was released in 1999. This film is a romantic film, where Priya Gill and Sushmita Sen were opposite Sanjay. Sirf Tum is a remake of an award winning Tamil film called Kadhal Kottai. It was also remade in Bengali as Hothat Brishti. The famous song of this film, Dilbar was recreated in 2018 for the movie Satyameva Jayate.
Qayamat: City Under Threat
In the movie Sanjay Kapoor played a role of terrorist along with Arbaaz Khan. Qayamat: City Under Threat is 2003 romantic thriller film, which was praised for its action scenes as well the story line, which made this film a hit. This movie is a remake of the 1996 film The Rock.
Shakti: The Power
Shakti: The Power is a 2002 an action drama film, where Sanjay Kapoor played the role of Shekhar, opposite Karishma Kapoor. This movie is a remake of a Telugu film called Anthapuram (1998). The song Ishq Kamina from this film, was a hit in the early 2000s.
Jaago
Jaago is a 2004 crime thriller film, where Sanjay Kapoor played the role of Shrikant Varma, who is the father of the victim. Raveena Tandon was opposite Sanjay in this movie. This film is about a ten-year-old school girl who was raped and dies from shock.
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.