Ever since Luka Chuppi (2019) became an instant hit at the box-office, producers have been queuing up at Kartik Aaryan’s door with a bundle of scripts in their hands. The young actor has signed a number of exciting projects in the past few months, including Dharma Productions’ much-talked-about comic-caper Dostana 2.
Besides Dostana 2, Kartik Aaryan already has Pati Patni Aur Woh and Aaj Kal in his pocket. While Pati Patni Aur Woh is currently being shot in Lucknow, Aaj Kal by Imtiaz Ali has been wrapped up recently. Besides all aforementioned projects, Kartik Aaryan is also in talks to headline T-Series Films’ Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2.
The latest we hear that the handsome star has reportedly given his nod to a new film. According to reports, filmmaker Ram Madhvani had given a script to Kartik, which the actor has readily agreed to do. Madhvani made his directorial debut with the award-winning movie Neerja in the year 2016.
“Kartik had another hit this year in the form of Luka Chuppi, and Madhvani was impressed by his work in that film. Kartik is also shooting for Mudassar Aziz’s Pati Patni Aur Woh opposite Bhumi Pednekar and Ananya Panday. He is also working with Janhvi Kapoor in Dostana 2. In fact, he may reunite with two of these women and Sara in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 along with Akshay Kumar. Kartik has told Madhvani about his schedules and he will be working with the director if his dates permit,” says an industry source.
Well, with such interesting projects in his pocket, Kartik Aaryan has definitely become one of the most in-demand actors in Bollywood. What do you think?
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.