Murtuza Iqbal
Sushmita Sen made India proud when she became Miss Universe in 1994. The actress then decided to step into Bollywood and featured in many successful films like Biwi No.1, Aankhen, Main Hoon Na, Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya, and others.
While of course, Sushmita has proved her mettle as an actress, she is also known for her amazing dance moves. Today on her 45th birthday, let’s look at the list of top five songs of the actress…
Main Kudi Anjaani Hoon
Let’s start the list with Main Kudi Anjaani Hoon from Zor. It was Sushmita’s second Bollywood film, but she impressed everyone with her dance moves in the track, and also her expressions were just perfect in it.
Dilbar
This generation would surely remember Dilbar as a song featuring Nora Fatehi, but the 90s kids will always remember Dilbar as Sushmita Sen’s song. Sen looked stunning in the song, and her dance moves were simply amazing in it.
Mehboob Mere
Khalid Mohamed’s Fiza is remembered for a lot of reasons, and one of them is the song Mehboob Mere featuring Sushmita Sen. The song was surely one of the highlights of the movie, and Sen’s outfits were amazing in the track. The hook step of the song had become quite famous.
Chilman Uthegi Nahin
Dancing on a mujra song is surely not an easy task. An actress has to not just get the dance steps right, but she also has to give perfect expressions. While most of the songs of Sushmita Sen are remembered for her amazing dance moves, Chilman Uthegi Nahin from Kisna was all about her expressions, especially her eye expressions, they were wow in it.
Tumse Milke Dilka Jo Haal
Last on the list we have Tumse Milke Dilka Jo Haal from Main Hoon Na. Sushmita looked stunning in the song and her thumkas surely stole our hearts. Didn’t we all wish to have a teacher like her in our college?
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.