By: Mohnish Singh
When the Coronavirus pandemic brought the entire world to its knees last year, singer Jubin Nautiyal retreated to his hometown in the mountains of Uttarakhand. The singer safely returned to his family before Indian went into a complete lockdown and took the opportunity to keep his fans entertained through digital concerts like rooftop and garden concerts which have amassed millions of views on YouTube.
Nautiyal even extended his helping hand to natives in Uttarakhand by distributing ration kits during the pandemic. After the success of both concerts, he is now set to lift up the spirit of love and peace once again.
The multiple award-winning singer will be performing live along with his band on 14th February from the rooftop in Mussoorie. The performance will go live on his social media handles, YouTube, and Gaana app. Called Love and Peace Concert, the very special event is actually a fundraiser for Chamoli floods caused by a glacier burst in Chamoli district on Sunday.
“Music is all that I have to offer to the world. This tragedy happened and I could not imagine myself not using this opportunity to raise help for the people there. I belong to Jaunsar-Bawar. It is a very similar region to where the calamity happened. So, I can understand what people must be going through. If a calamity or natural disaster happens in a city, there are medical and many other facilities available. But, in a mountain area like Joshimath, Chamoli, Jaunsar-Bawar, it is a difficult story altogether. So, we announced this rooftop concert on February 14th, where we will raise funds, awareness, and reach out to more people. The intention to use music to help those affected. Little drops of water make the almighty ocean. Even if people just start donating ₹1, it will be of huge help.”
The rooftop concert will be live on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook from 5 pm onwards on 14th February. The gesture is to bring love and peace to heal and help those who are affected due to unexpected tragedy in the Indian state of Uttarakhand.
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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.