Actors Karan Tacker and Krystle D’Souza began their acting career around the same time. They came together for the first time for Star Plus’ Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai (2011-13), which went on to become a hugely popular show on the channel.
Besides Karan and Krystle, Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai also featured Nia Sharma and Kushal Tandon in lead roles, and the massive popularity of the show helped each one of them become a household name across the country.
While working together, Karan Tacker and Krystle D’Souza never admitted being in a relationship. However, their closeness set several tongues wagging. Recently, things got a little murkier when the two unfollowed each other on social media.
Now talking about his relationship status with D’Souza for the first time, Tacker told a publication, “No, we are not in touch with each other. Krystle and I never said that we separated because of personal differences. However, I would not get into further details on this.”
When asked if he would like to work with D’Souza again in the future, Tacker added, “I don’t really look at who is working with me for the project. As I said, I look into a script. If the script appeals to me, everybody else comes with the project, I don’t really have a problem.”
Meanwhile, Karan Tacker can be currently seen on Hotstar Specials’ critically and commercially successful series Special OPS, helmed by well-known filmmakers Neeraj Pandey and Shivam Nair.
Krystle D’Souza, on the other hand, is gearing up for her silver screen debut with writer-director Rumi Jaffery’s much-awaited suspense thriller Chehre. The movie also features megastar Amitabh Bachchan and Emraan Hashmi in lead roles.
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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.