In what looks like an older video of the Student of the Year actor Sidharth Malhotra, two fans can be seen getting overwhelmed as they spot the actor at the airport.
Malhotra patiently poses for a few selfies with them and walks away after he has given them the photos. They even beg airport security to allow them to follow him and click photos. But the hysterical reaction of the fans as they cry loudly, and later switch to a pleasant expression as soon as they start posing has left the internet confused.
Reddit users commented on how the weird behaviour of the fans must have left the Shershaah actor a bit uncomfortable. “What are they crying in the end about? And what was all that touching? He was clearly not comfortable,” wrote one user.
Another user wondered why Sidharth did not have any security around him. “I’ve met Sidharth twice and his bodyguard is usually very strict. Idk why he isn’t there in this video,” they wrote.
Another user mentioned the change in the fans’ expression and wrote, “I can’t get over the fact the woman was ugly crying and the moment she took the photo all the crying was gone like a switch and then after back to ugly crying.” “I need the level of patience Sid has in this video,” wrote another user.
Sidharth was last seen in Shershaah in 2021 where he played the role of Major Vikram Batra. Presently, he has three films in the pipeline. Indra Kumar’s Thank God, where he stars with Ajay Devgn and Rakul Preet Singh; Mission Majnu with Rashmika Mandanna and Yodha with Disha Patani.
The actor is also set to make his digital debut with Rohit Shetty's Indian Police Force.
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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.