Award-winning actor Dhanush on Thursday announced that he is set to star in a new Telugu-Tamil bilingual film titled Sir.
The film is written and directed by Venky Atluri who has previously helmed Rang De (2021) and Tholi Prema (2016).
Dhanush shared the motion poster of the film, which is set in a junior college. In the video clip, the makers said the GV Prakash Kumar musical will be an ambitious journey of a common man Dhanush in and as Sir.
The film is produced by Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya, and is lensed by Dinesh Krishnan B. The shoot is expected to begin soon, according to the motion poster.
Meanwhile, Dhanush is awaiting the release of his next Hindi film Atrangi Re with Akshay Kumar and Sara Ali Khan. Directed by Aanand L Rai, the film will premiere on Disney+ Hotstar on December 24. Atrangi Re reunites the actor with Rai after a long gap of 7 years. He made his Hindi film debut with Rai’s 2013 directorial Raanjhanaa, co-starring Sonam Kapoor and Swara Bhasker.
Dhanush is also set to make his debut in Hollywood with filmmaker duo Anthony and Joe Russo's upcoming directorial venture The Gray Man, in which he co-stars with Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans. A film with his director-brother Selvaraghavan is also in the pipeline. He is also in discussion for a few more projects.
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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.