Kim Kardashian and her sister Khloé Kardashian recently opened up about their whirlwind trip to India in July 2024. The two reality stars were among the global celebrities who attended the grand wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. In the latest episode of The Kardashians, Kim admitted that she didn’t personally know the Ambani family before attending the wedding. In fact, the decision to go was made pretty casually.
During the episode, Kim shared that her connection to the Ambanis came through Lorraine Schwartz, a close friend and well-known jeweller. Schwartz designs jewellery for the Ambanis and was attending the wedding herself. She mentioned to Kim that the family was interested in inviting the Kardashian sisters to the event. “Lorraine said they’d love to have us there. We thought, why not? And we just went for it,” Kim explained.
Kim Kardashian loses a diamond at the Ambani wedding—but says the experience was unforgettableInstagram/Ambanis
One detail that left both Kim and Khloé stunned was the wedding invitation itself. They described it as weighing nearly 40-50 pounds (about 18-22 kilograms). Khloé joked that the invite even had music playing from it. “It was wild,” she said. “Once we saw the invitation, we felt like we couldn’t say no to something like that.”
The Ambani wedding was an extravagant affair that began months before the actual ceremony in Mumbai. Festivities kicked off in March 2024 in Jamnagar, where international stars like Rihanna performed, alongside Bollywood icons Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan. After Jamnagar, the celebrations continued with a luxury cruise around Europe, making stops in countries like Italy. In July, the final leg of the celebrations took place in Mumbai, featuring performances by Justin Bieber, Arijit Singh, and Shreya Ghoshal, among others.
Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding drew global stars—Kim and Khloé Kardashian includedInstagram/bridesofindia
Kim also revealed an unexpected mishap during the event. While speaking with Isha Ambani, a large diamond from her necklace reportedly fell off. Despite searching for it, the diamond was never recovered. The incident added a bit of personal drama to what was already a surreal experience.
Inside Kim and Khloé’s whirlwind trip to India for the star-studded Ambani wedding extravaganzaInstagram/Kardashiansfan
Reflecting on their brief 48-hour visit to India, Kim and Khloé admitted they had certain expectations imagining bustling markets straight out of a fairytale. “I thought we’d find an Aladdin-style spice market,” Kim laughed. Instead, they found toy stalls and trinket shops.
Despite the surprises, Kim summed up their trip as unforgettable and all because of an invitation they simply couldn’t ignore.
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.