There is no denying the fact that Hrithik Roshan, who was most recently seen in Vikram Vedha (2022) alongside Saif Ali Khan, is one of the fittest actors in the tinsel town of Bollywood. The superstar welcomed 2023 by giving his fans some major fitness goals. The 48-year-old actor on Monday took to social media and shared pictures flaunting his 8-pack abs. His pictures sent the internet into a total meltdown.
In the pictures, Hrithik Roshan can be seen sporting a clean-shaven look. They show him in a black cap and black tee and track pants. He lifted his black tee to show off his abs. “Alright. Let’s go. 2023,” he wrote in the caption.
As soon as the photos went viral on social media, several fans and friends of the actor from the industry rushed to the comment section to shower praises on him.
While Anil Kapoor commented, “Here comes the real fighter”, Varun Dhawan reacted to his caption and wrote, “Okay then.”
Karan Tacker wrote, "Okay, and that’s how it’s done! (sic).” Vivaan Bhathena called it “monster shred”.
A comment from a fan also read, “Can you believe this man is 48 years old?” Another comment read, “And this is the post of the day on Instagram.”
For those not in the know, Hrithik Roshan is presently busy filming his much-anticipated film Fighter, which also stars Anil Kapoor and Deepika Padukone in lead roles. Touted as India's first aerial action movie, it will release on January 25, 2024.
Hrithik Roshan was last seen in Vikram Vedha, which turned out to be a disappointment in terms of commercial success. Talking about the film’s failure, the actor recently said in an interview, “Of course, there are different parts of me that are conflicted about what I should learn from this, and I think it’ll dawn on me much later, but right now I know that it is not, maybe, something that people like to see me do. Maybe I am taking myself too seriously. I think I should... Maybe I’m not allowed to do roles where I’m not catering to my fans who want to see me in a certain film, with a certain backdrop, in a certain way.”
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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.