WWE legend and actor John Cena has paid tribute to Sidharth Shukla by sharing his picture on Instagram. Sidharth (40) passed away on Thursday (02) due to a heart attack.
Check out the post of Cena here…
Well, this is not the first time when Cena has paid tribute to an Indian celebrity. Last year, The Suicide Squad actor had shared a picture of Sushant Singh Rajput when the Kedarnath actor had passed away.
Sidharth was the winner of Bigg Boss season 13, and Asim Riaz was the runner. Just a couple of weeks before the finale of the season, John Cena had shared a picture of Asim on his Instagram, extending his support to him.
Sidharth was one of the biggest names in the Television industry. He started his professional journey as a model and was runner-up in the Gladrags Manhunt and Megamodel Contest.
It was 2008 when he made his acting debut with the TV show Babul Ka Aangann Chootey Na, and then there was no looking back for him. He appeared in many shows like Balika Vadhu, Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 6, Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 7, Dil Se Dil Tak, Bigg Boss 13, and more.
He had made his Bollywood debut with the 2014 release Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania and made his digital debut earlier this year with the series Broken But Beautiful 3.
Many Bollywood and TV celebs have mourned Sidharth’s demise.
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.