Directed by Anil Sharma, Sunny Deol’s latest film Gadar 2, which is a sequel to his all-time blockbuster film Gadar: Ek Prem Katha, has been performing exceptionally well at the domestic box office ever since its release on August 11. The audience has connected big time with its theme of patriotism. But Gadar 2 is not the only film of Sunny Deol that has patriotism at its core. So, as Gadar 2 continues its glorious run at the box office, let’s take a look at 5 other patriotic films of Sunny Deol.
Gadar: Ek Prem Katha (2001)
Gadar: Ek Prem Katha is a period action drama starring Sunny Deol, Ameesha Patel, and Amrish Puri in pivotal roles. In the film based on the Indo-Pak partition of 1947, Sunny delivers one of his career’s best performances as Tara Singh who goes all out to protect his love. Gadar is one of the most successful films in Indian cinema. It has action, romance, and emotions blended so well together that you can watch it multiple times.
Indian (2001)
Directed by M Maharajan, Indian sees Sunny Deol in the role of a police officer who cannot stand corruption in the system. The film is filled with patriotism and has several raw action sequences to keep you glued to the screen. It also features Shilpa Shetty, Danny Denzongpa, Raj Babbar, Mukesh Rishi, and Rahul Dev in important roles.
23rd March 1931: Shaheed (2002)
Directed by Guddu Dhanoa, 23rd March 1931: Shaheed is a historical biographical drama about Bhagat Singh and depicts the events leading up to the hanging of Singh and his companions Shivaram Rajguru and Sukhdev Thapar on 23 March 1931. The film stars Bobby Deol as Singh and Sunny as Chandra Shekhar Azad.
Maa Tujhhe Salaam (2002)
The film stars Sunny as an Indian military officer, Major Pratap Singh, who aborts a terrorist infiltration attempt of the enemy country single-handedly with the help of a few local civilians, at an area that's located near the border of India. Directed by Tinu Verma, the film also features Tabu and Arbaaz Khan in important roles.
Border (1997)
J.P. Dutta’s directorial is based on the 1971 India-Pakistan battle at Longewala. Border is considered one of the finest war films in India and it still draws audiences on TV premieres. The film has multiple actors but Sunny stands out with his performance as s Major Kuldip Singh Chandpuri, MVC. The film won several Filmfare and National Film Awards after its great run at the box office.
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.