Aamir Khan, one of the biggest Indian actors working in Bollywood, turned 57th on March 14. Right from several high-profile celebrities from the industry to millions of his fans, everybody wished the actor on his special day.
Since we are talking about a superstar’s birthday, how can we not talk about the cake that he cut to celebrate it? Well, Khan cut a cute, customised cake. His daughter Ira Khan took to Instagram to share a glimpse of the birthday cake, giving us a sneak peek into the celebrations.
It was a Bollywood-themed cake with Khan’s photo attached to it. There was also a clapboard that had the words, “Film: Aamir Khan, Production: Zeenat & Tahir/ SC: 57/ 1/ 1.”
We saw five stars mounted on it. The icing on it read, “Happy Birthday to the Legend”. Ira wrote, “How cute is the clap.”
Aamir Khan's birthday cake (Photo credit: Ira Khan/Instagram)
The cake also had posters of Khan’s popular successful films like PK (2014), Lagaan (2001), Dil Chahta Hai (2001), Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke (1993) among others.
Meanwhile, Aamir Khan is presently waiting for the release of his much-anticipated film Laal Singh Chaddha. An official remake of the cult Hollywood film Forrest Gump (1994), Laal Singh Chaddha is directed by Advait Chandan, who made his directorial debut with Khan’s Secret Superstar in 2017.
In addition to Khan, the forthcoming film also stars Kareena Kapoor Khan, Mona Singh, and Chaitanya Akkineni in important characters. The film reunites Kareena Kapoor Khan with Mr. Perfectionist after a long gap of a decade. The two were last seen together in Reema Kagti’s Talaash: The Answer Lies Within in 2012. The film marks popular Tollywood actor Chaitanya Akkineni’s debut in Bollywood.
Laal Singh Chaddha is set for its theatrical bow on August 11, 2022.
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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.