Starring Yash, Sanjay Dutt, Srinidhi, and Raveena Tandon in lead roles, the much-talked-about pan-India film K.G.F: Chapter 2hit screens on April 14, which is New Year’s Day for several Indian communities, in Kannada with dubbed Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, and Malayalam-language versions.
Setting the cash registers jingling at the box office, the high-profile film has emerged as the second highest-grossing film worldwide over the Easter weekend, with a gross collection of approximately £54,203,053, according to estimates released by Comscore.
Helmed by Prashant Neel, K.G.F: Chapter 2 is a sequel to the 2018 film K.G.F: Chapter 1. Originally made in Kannada, the film performed phenomenally well in other popular Indian languages also where its dubbed versions were released.
The Hindi version of the film, released by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment, alone netted more than £ 402,404 by the end of its box office run. Now, the Hindi dubbed version of K.G.F: Chapter 2 is also doing wonders at the box office. It has already beaten the likes of Baahubali: The Conclusion (Hindi), Sanju, and Tiger Zinda Hai with the box office collection in the first three days of its release.
As per fresh reports, K.G.F: Chapter 2 has crossed approximately £ 5,030,056 at the worldwide box office within a matter of four days!
Set during the 1970s and 1980s, the film revolves around gangster Rocky (Yash) who sets out to gain control over the Kolar Gold Fields. The sequel continues his journey and the stakes are higher with his opponents including the Prime Minister of India.
Produced by Vijay Kiragandur for Hombale Films, K.G.F: Chapter 2 was made on a budget of approximately £9,976,957.
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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.