According to reports, Kamal Haasan is set to join forces with well-known filmmaker Vetri Maaran for a new film. Reportedly, Maaran recently narrated a powerful story to the actor which made him say yes to the film immediately. The film will reportedly be based on a popular novel and will be mounted on a lavish scale.
Not much else is known about the forthcoming project at the moment, but some industry insiders reveal that Anbu Chezhiyan is set to bankroll it under his production house, Gopuram Film. The makers are expected to make an official announcement soon. They are currently busy with paperwork.
As far as the commencement of shoot is concerned, the yet-to-be-titled film might take some time in getting off the ground as both actor and the filmmaker are presently busy with their respective projects.
Kamal Haasan will soon gear up to begin work on Lokesh Kanagaraj’s directorial Vikram. The film is expected to start production soon. He also has Indian 2 in his pocket. From what we hear, the makers of the high-profile vigilante action thriller are expected to resolve their issues soon, which means Haasan will have to devote some time to finish the pending portions of the film. The announcement on his next with Vetri Maaran is expected to be made only after the actor wraps up his ongoing projects.
Vetri Maaran, on the other hand, is currently keeping busy with the post-production work of Viduthalai. The film stars Soori and Vijay Sethupathi in lead roles. The director has also signed on to helm Vaadi Vaasal with Suriya, which is expected to go before cameras soon.
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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.