After the huge success of Dream Girl in 2019, actor Ayushmann Khurrana, director Raaj Shaandilyaa, and producer Ekta Kapoor are set to reunite for Dream Girl 2. Yes, you read that absolutely right! A sequel to the commercially successful comic caper is in the works.
A source close to the development informs a publication that Dream Girl 2 is in the making and the team is looking at commencing the first schedule in the second half of 2022. Pre-production work has already begun.
“Ayushmann Khurrana, Ekta Kapoor, and Raaj are all excited to expand Dream Girl into a franchise. The team has been working on the script for a while now and the things have finally been locked. Pre-production work has begun, and the film is expected to go on floors as early as June 2022,” the source divulges.
The team believes that the script for Dream Girl 2 will not only do justice to the franchise but will also act as a perfect follow-up to its predecessor. If reports are to be believed, the makers will make the official announcement soon.
Meanwhile, Ayushmann Khurrana has a slew of exciting projects on his platter. His next release is Anek, directed by Anubhav Sinha. The film is scheduled to hit cinemas on 13 May, 2022. Then there is Doctor G, which is set to enter theatres on 17th June, 2022.
The National Film Award-winning actor is currently in London, shooting for Aanand L Rai’s production, An Action Hero.
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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.