Most recently seen in Shershaah (2021), Kiara Advani is currently one of the most sought-after actresses in Indian cinema. Apart from Bollywood, the actress is a popular name in Tollywood also where she has delivered such successful films as Bharat Ane Nenu (2018) and Vinaya Vidheya Rama (2019).
As you would remember, Advani recently joined the cast of filmmaker Shankar’s pan-India film, which co-stars Ram Charan. If fresh reports are to be believed, the actress will start filming for the untitled film in November, right after wrapping up Dharma Productions Jug Jugg Jeeyo with Varun Dhawan, Anil Kapoor, and Neetu Kapoor.
Talking about the same, a source close to the development informed a publication, “She started shooting (Jug Jugg Jeeyo) last week and this marathon schedule will go on till mid-November, before calling it a film wrap. The team will be shooting in Mumbai in this schedule.”
The actress will then jump straight into her trilingual film with Shankar. Interestingly, she also headlines the Hindi remake of Shankar’s Anniyan (2005) with Ranveer Singh. “Kiara jumps from the sets of Jug Jugg Jeeyo to Shankar’s ambitious political drama right from mid-November. Even this would be a marathon schedule and her character has some powerful traits acting as a catalyst in Ram Charan’s journey,” the source further added.
Advani will cap off 2021 with Sajid Nadiadwala’s upcoming production venture which also features Kartik Aaryan in the lead role. The film is expected to get off the ground by the end of the year.
Her other films in the pipeline include Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, Mr Lele, and Karram Kurram. While the actress has already wrapped up Mr Lele and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, Karram Khurram is yet to go on floors.
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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.