Ayushmann Khurrana is surprising us with his every film. The actor received a National Award this year for his performance in 2018 release Andhadhun. Now he is all set to entertain us on the big screen by turning Pooja. If you have seen the trailer of the film Dream Girl, you would know what we are talking about. And if not, let us tell you that in Dream Girl, Ayushmann plays a character of a man who portrays the role of Sita and Radha in theatre plays and also speaks to men on the phone in the voice of a girl.
After the impressive trailer and the song Radhe Radhe, the makers have now released the track Dil Ka Telephone. Ayushmann took to Twitter to share the song with his fans. He tweeted, “Love urf #DreamGirl is calling! ? Are you ready to pick up? ❤? #DilKaTelephone song out now. https://bit.ly/DilKaTelephoneDreamGirl @NushratBharucha @ektaravikapoor @ruchikaakapoor @writerraj #AnnuKapoor @nowitsabhi @ActorVijayRaaz @oyemanjot.”
The song is composed by Meet Bros and sung by Jonita Gandhi and Nakash Aziz. It is an impressive track and Ayushmann Khurrana’s act takes it a notch higher. The actor is simply excellent in the song and he is looking super cute. Even Abhishek Banerjee and Vijay Raaz leave a mark.
Dream Girl is directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa and produced by Ekta Kapoor. The movie also stars Nushrat Bharucha and it is slated to release on 13th September.
In the film, Ayushmann himself has dubbed for the female voice. While talking about it, he had stated earlier, “I had to deliver 25 percent of my dialogues in a woman's voice. Since I come from a radio background, it's easier for me to modulate my voice. I have spent years behind the mic, mimicking different people. Raaj had given me the references of a few men, who prank people by talking like a woman. I studied those videos extensively.”
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.