Karisma Kapoor, whose filmography is filled with an array of successful films, on Thursday celebrated 30 years of her journey in Bollywood by sharing a video montage of her popular hits from the 1990s on her Instagram handle. The actress, who achieved the enviable milestone on June 21, said she was full of gratitude.
Kapoor made her acting debut with the musical Prem Qaidi in 1991. She then went on to star in a string of blockbusters, including Raja Babu (1994), Coolie No.1 (1995), Saajan Chale Sasural (1996), Jeet (1996), Raja Hindustani (1996), Hero No. 1 (1997), and Dil Toh Pagal Hai. The actress won her first National Film Award for her endearing performance in Yash Chopra’s Dil Toh Pagal Hai.
She continued her winning streak by delivering back-to-back blockbusters such as Haseena Maan Jaayegi (1999), Hum Saath-Saath Hain (1999), and Dulhan Hum Le Jayenge (2000).
“Replaying the memories with a dose of the '90s,” Kapoor captioned the video on Instagram, with the hashtag ‘Thirty years of gratitude’ and '’90s Jam.’ The video featured some of her popular hit songs from Raja Hindustani, Dil Toh Pagal Hai, and Judwaa, among others.
In the next decade, she starred in the title role of critically-acclaimed films like Fiza (2000) and Zubeidaa (2001). In 2003, she made her television debut with the show Karishma – The Miracles of Destiny.
After a successful career of nearly 13 years, Kapoor took a sabbatical from acting and married industrialist Sunjay Kapur in 2003. The couple separated in 2016. They share daughter Samaira (16) and son Kiaan (11).
Kapoor returned to acting with Vikram Bhatt's 2012 thriller Dangerous Ishqq, which did not receive great response. The actress her digital debut in 2020 with the ALTBalaji and ZEE5 web series Mentalhood, which met with critical acclaim.
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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.