Ahead of the premiere of the much-anticipated DCEU film Black Adam later this week, the first reviews from the film have emerged online and things do not look very favourable for Dwayne Johnson’s latest offering. The film has been certified rotten on Rotten Tomatoes at 54%.
This is indeed not a good sign for the high-profile film. It started with a 47 percent critics score and has now risen to 54 percent. The score appears to be still fluctuating between 47 percent and an even 54 percent. In either case, however, this score places Black Adam among the weakest films in the DCEU since 2017’s theatrical cut of Justice League, which garnered a 32% approval rating.
Currently, Black Adam’s Rotten Tomatoes score is higher than that of only three other DCEU projects –Justice League (39 percent), Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (29 percent), and Suicide Squad (26 percent).
Take a look at the Rotten Tomatoes’ scores for the DCEU films:
James Gunn’s Peacemaker series is at 94%.
The Suicide Squad is at 90%.
Zack Snyder’s Justice League is at 71%.
Wonder Woman 1984 is at 58%.
Birds of Prey is at 79%.
Shazam! at 90%.
Aquaman at 65%.
Justice League at 39%.
Wonder Woman at 93%.
Suicide Squad at 26%.
Batman vs. Superman at 29%.
Man of Steel at 56%.
Black Adam is also the lowest-rated Dwayne Johnson film since 2021’s Red Notice.
Black Adam is set to land in cinemas this coming Friday, Oct. 21. In addition to Johnson, the film stars Noah Centineo as Atom Smasher, Aldis Hodge as Hawkman, Quintessa Swindell as Cyclone and Pierce Brosnan as Doctor Fate. With critic reviews being not so good, it is going to be word-of-mouth that makes or breaks the big-budget film.
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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.