Gul Khan, who got her start in the Indian television industry with the 2010 show Geet, has emerged as one of the most successful producers in a decade. Over the years, she has produced a series of successful shows like Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon, Qubool Hai, Ishqbaaaz, Kulfi Kumar Bajewala and Nazar.
The latest we hear that she is coming up with yet another interesting show. According to reports, she will soon launch a horror series called Raaz Mahal. Talking about the star cast, we hear that Ishqbaaaz star Leenesh Mattoo will romance Kaleerein actress Aditi Sharma in the show. Gul Khan is planning to launch Raaz Mahal towards July-end on Star Plus.
“Star (Plus) is very keen on making sure Raaz Mahal gets a headstrong start and is currently contemplating the time slot for it. It will mostly be a weekend show which will go on air mostly by July-end. The team is currently wanting to give the best time slot for Nach Baliye and Raaz Mahal which will both be a weekend show. Raaz Mahal will also be launched sometime around Nach Baliye,” a source in the know reveals to a popular entertainment portal.
Meanwhile, Gul Khan’s other show Dil Toh Happy Hai Ji is garnering good audience response these days. The show was recently in the news when its female lead Jasmin Bhasin quit it as she did not want to play a mother.
More details on Gul Khan’s Raaz Mahal are awaited.
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.