Featuring Pulkit Samrat, Ali Fazal, Varun Sharma and Richa Chadha in lead roles, Fukrey is one of the most successful comedy franchises Bollywood has ever produced. After the massive success of Fukrey Returns in 2017, the makers have been asked this a million times as to when are they planning to bring the third instalment of the franchise.
Finally, director Mrighdeep Singh Lamba has confirmed that the third instalment of the blockbuster franchise is already in the works. He tells a publication that the team has cracked an idea to take the story forward, adding that they are also working on two other scripts.
"We are right now developing the third part, along with this we are developing two other scripts. Fukrey 3 is definitely being written. But we want to maintain the quality. We have written drafts for Fukrey 3 which we have not liked. We are conscious that what we put out should be better. There was a reason that the first and second part had a long gap," the writer-director said.
Lamba, who recently turned producer with the Sonakshi Sinha starrer Khandaani Shafakhana (2019), added that writing a sequel to an already successful franchise is always difficult.
"The pressure increases as the film instalments increase. The audience has to be engaged not just in jokes and actions but story. We are confident about writing jokes, once we know the situation. But we need a good story first. There is one idea we are now currently working on, which is a mad one. It takes the story ahead but needs some time to cook," he concluded.
Since the second instalment of the franchise had retained the original cast, we can expect them in Fukrey 3 as well. However, an official announcement will be awaited.
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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.