Horror comedy is a genre that is being explored a lot by Bollywood filmmakers. While some films like Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007), Bhoothnath (2008), Go Goa Gone (2013), and Stree (2018) have impressed the audiences, movies like Gang of Ghosts (2014), Laxmii (2020), and others have failed to make a mark.
Now, it’s time for audiences to watch one more horror comedy, Bhoot Police. The film stars Saif Ali Khan, Arjun Kapoor, Yami Gautam, and Jacqueline Fernandez in the lead roles.
Bhoot Police is about Vibhooti (Saif) and Chiraunji (Arjun). They are brothers and professionally they are exorcists. But they thug people just to earn money. One day, Maya (Yami) meets Vibhooti and Chiraunji and asks them to help her get rid of Kichkandi (a type of witch) which is there in her estate. So, is there actually a Kichkandi in Maya’s estate? How will Vibhooti and Chiraunji get rid of Kichkandi? Well, watch the film to know that.
Making a horror-comedy is surely not an easy task; you need to make the audience laugh and scare them at the same time. Well, director Pavan Kirpalani and his team of writers have done a fantastic job in Bhoot Police.
From the first scene to the last scene, the movie will keep you hooked, and there’s not even a single dull moment in it. It has the perfect amount of thrills and chills, and there are many scenes that will make you laugh out loud. The dialogues in the movie are damn good, especially the one-liners mouthed by Saif and Jacqueline.
Talking about performances, Saif Ali Khan has proved his mettle in comedy films earlier, and in Bhoot Police also he is just excellent. Arjun Kapoor leaves an impact and has given a very confident performance. Yami Gautam is fantastic in her role. Jacqueline Fernandez’s performance is a big surprise here; she looks stunning in the film, and her comic timing is just perfect. Jaaved Jaaferi is good in his role, and Jamie Lever is fantastic.
The movie doesn’t have any songs apart from the track, Aayi Aayi Bhoot Police, which comes during the end credits. But, the background music is good and suits the film’s theme.
Overall, Bhoot Police offers the perfect amount of horror and comedy, and it’s an entertaining film. So, you should watch it on Disney+ Hotstar.
Ratings: 3.5/5
Watch the trailer here…
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.