Sridevi was one of the greatest actresses of Bollywood. She carried women-centric films on her shoulder and even portrayed the role of a perfect heroine in many films. She was the first female superstar of Bollywood and a glimpse of her stardom was seen when she passed away and thousands of fans arrived to tell her the last goodbye.
Today, it is 56th birth anniversary of the actress. So, let’s at the list of films she will always be remembered for…
Sadma
1983 release Sadma has to be the first in our list. The actress portrayed the role of a girl who meets with an accident and regresses to childhood because of a head injury. It is said to be one of the career’s best performance of the late actress.
Nagina
While nowadays we talk about how women-centric films are doing well at the box office, back in 1986, Sridevi starrer Nagina was a super hit. It was the second highest-grossing film of the year. Sridevi’s dance number Main Teri Dushman was a big hit.
Mr. India
Mr. India released in 1987 and Anil Kapoor was seen in the titular role. However, Sridevi had a substantial role in the film and we can never forget her songs, Hawa Hawai and Kaate Nahi Katte. We all were waiting for the sequel to Mr. India, but director Shekhar Kapur has cleared that without Sridevi the film won’t get a sequel.
Chandni
Director Yash Chopra was mesmerised with the beauty of Sridevi and used to write movies keeping her in mind. Chandni was Chopra and Sridevi’s first collaboration and it is one of the most loved characters played by the late actress. After the film released, a trend of white salwar-kameez started.
Chaalbaaz
Sridevi was one of the most versatile actresses. She could easily carry any role given to her. In 1989 release Chaalbaaz, Sridevi played a double role. While one of her characters was shy, the other one was bold and daring. The actress won Filmfare Best Actress award for her performance in the film. There have been reports that a remake of Chaalbaaz is being planned. We wonder which actress will be able to play these two characters.
Lamhe
In 1991 release, Sridevi once again played a double role in Yash Chopra’s Lamhe. While one character was of a village belle, the other one was of a modern-day girl. Sridevi once again won Filmfare Best Actress award for her performance. Also, we can never forget the songs of Lamhe, especially, Morni Baga Ma.
Khuda Gawah
It is surely not easy to make a mark when you share screen space with Amitabh Bachchan. But, in 1992 release Khuda Gawah, Sridevi stood shoulder to shoulder with Big B and proved that if he is a megastar, then she is the first female superstar. Khuda Gawah was a big hit at the box office and Sridevi was honoured by Afghanistan government for her performance in the film.
Judaai
Before taking a long sabbatical, Sridevi starred in Judaai as the greedy wife. She was paired opposite Anil Kapoor and her character had a few grey shades. But she carried the role effortlessly. By the way, for her performance in Judaai, the actress once again won a Filmfare Award.
English Vinglish
After 15 years, Sridevi made her comeback with the film English Vinglish. Her character of a simple housewife who starts learning English in New York was loved by everyone. The movie was a hit, proving that even after so many years; Sridevi still had the charm to pull audiences to the theatres.
MOM
Sridevi’s last film as the lead actress was 2017 release MOM. She played a very heroic character in the film who takes the revenge of her daughter’s rape. The late actress won several awards including a National Award posthumous.
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.