In the past few years, Ayushmann Khurrana has been a part of some entertaining films that also had great content. The actor’s next release is Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui and on Tuesday (2), the makers of the film shared a motion poster and announced the trailer release date.
T-Series tweeted the motion poster and wrote, “This season, fasten your seatbelts for setting out on a mind bending journey of love, laughter, dreams and some diehard Aashiqui! #ChandigarhKareAashiqui, trailer out on 8th November! Fall in love on 10th December in cinemas near you @Abhishekapoor @ayushmannk @Vaaniofficial.”
The movie also stars Vaani Kapoor in the lead role, and we have to say that the makers have surely released a very catchy motion poster.
In the motion poster of Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui, we get to hear the title track of the film which is a recreated version of a Jassi Sidhu’s song of the same name. The original track was loved by one and all, and after hearing a small bit of the recreated version, we can expect it to be a chartbuster again.
Directed by Abhishek Kapoor, Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui is slated to release on 10th December 2021. A few months ago, there were reports that Vaani plays the role of a transgender in the film and Ayushmann’s character falls in love with her.
Well, if the reports about the storyline turn out to be true, we surely feel that Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui will be an interesting watch.
A few days ago, while talking about his film Badhaai Ho, Khurrana had stated, “We wanted people to see this issue from a more inclusive lens and tell them that it should not be seen as a taboo. That, to me, was the success of Badhaai Ho. My next line up starting with Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui, also falls under this bracket and is a wholesome family entertainer.”
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.