1.Clive Standen
Clive played Charlie, Katrina Kaif's love interest in Namastey London. Today he is one of the best-known names on British television. This actor is best known for shows like Taken, Vikings, Camelot, Robin Hood, and British sci-fi show Doctor Who. He married his wife Francesca in 2007 at Babington House. They have three children.
2. Rachel Shelley
Rachel Shelley is an English actress and model. She is best known for playing Helena Peabody in the Showtime series The L Word and Elizabeth Russell in the Oscar-nominated Bollywood film Lagaan. Currently, Rachel is settled in London and happily married to Matthew Parkhill, who is a TV writer, director and producer. They have two daughters.
3. Paul Blackthorne
This actor will always be remembered for playing the role of the villainous Captain Russell in Lagaan. Since then, he has mostly appeared in American films and television shows. He had recurring roles in the American series ER and 24 and has been a regular cast member in the series The Dresden Files, Lipstick Jungle and currently he is seen in the popular series Arrow.
4. Steven Mackintosh
Steven Mackintosh was seen the Bollywood film Rang De Basanti. He is one of the popular English actors who has appeared in numerous film and television dramas and is perhaps best known for roles in Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, The Land Girls and Luther. His ongoing show is Stan Lee's Lucky Man.
5. Sarah Thompson Kane
The American actress played Ranbir Kapoor's girlfriend in Raajneeti. She has also done cameos in TV shows like House and Without a Trace. She was last seen in 12 Wishes of Christmas, a TV film. Thompson has been married to Brad Kane who is a singer, actor, producer and writer since July 28, 2007.
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.