Kajal Aggarwal is one of the most popular actresses in Tamil and Telugu cinema. Apart from Tamil and Telugu, she also appears in Hindi movies and enjoys a massive fan following not only in India but in various corners of the world also. One of her die-hard fans was so desperate to meet her in person that he reportedly spent a whopping amount of ₹ 60 lakhs to fix a meeting with his favourite star.
According to the reports, the fan met producer Saravanakumar online and had a deal with him to have a meeting with Kajal Aggarwal. When the fraudster asked him to pay ₹ 50, 000 initially, he paid the amount in excitement. He was given the option to pay the rest of the amount in three instalments.
He was asked to pay more money even after he ended up shelling out Rs 60 lakhs. Soon he realised something is fishy and refused to pay any more money. Then the gang started threatening him to leak his obscene pictures on social media if he doesn’t pay up soon. He was so afraid that he ran away from home. When police caught him in Kolkata, he explained his terrific experience to them. The police have reportedly arrested producer Saravanakumar, and according to them, they were running a gang to cheat innocent people.
Meanwhile, Kajal Aggarwal is looking forward to the release of her next film Ranarangam. Also starring Sharwanand and Kalyani Priyadarshan in important roles, the hugely anticipated movie is slated to arrive in cinemas on Independence Day on August 15, 2019. Sudheer Varma has called the shots for the project.
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.