By: Mohnish Singh
According to reports, Bollywood star Akshay Kumar is set to reteam with filmmaker Subhash Kapoor for Jolly LLB 3, the third installment of the highly successful film franchise Jolly LLB.
Sharing more details, a source close to the development told a publication, “Akshay Kumar is in talks to reunite with his Jolly LLB 2 (2017) director Subhash Kapoor. The two have had multiple meetings over the last month and are eager to collaborate on the film. It is a typical Subhash Kapoor film, and in a space that Akshay fits the best. More details on the subject, genre, and title are awaited.”
The source went on to add that Vashu and Jackky Bhagnani are set to produce the film under their banner Pooja Entertainment. If all goes well, Jolly LLB 3 will start production in the second half of 2021.
“There is some delay in Mission Lion and no clarity as to when it would take off and hence, Akshay, Vashu Ji, and Jackky are going ahead with Subhash Kapoor’s next first. The logistics are being worked upon,” added the source.
For the uninitiated, Jolly LLB hit theatres in 2013. Arshad Warsi, Amrita Rao, and Boman Irani played important characters in the first installment of the franchise, which received warm response at the box-office.
After the success of the first part, the makers decided to rope in a bigger star for the second installment. Akshay Kumar came onboard alongside Huma Qureshi. Jolly LLB 2 turned out to be an even bigger success at the ticket window. The makers are now set to roll the next installment.
Meanwhile, Akshay Kumar has just kick-started his next Ram Setu. Directed by Abhishek Sharma, the film also features Jacqueline Fernandez and Nushrratt Bharuccha in important roles.
Keep visiting this space over and again for more updates and reveals from the world of entertainment.
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.