By: Mohnish Singh
Actress Mithila Palkar, who has added a couple of notable films and streaming shows to her credit in a very short span of time, is now ready to set her foot in Telugu cinema.
Most recently seen in Netflix’s film Tribhanga (2021), Palkar has started shooting for her first Telugu film which is yet to get its official title. The untitled film is the official remake of the successful Tamil rom-com, Oh My Kadavule (2020).
Mithila Palkar has been paired opposite Vishwak Sen in the upcoming film. She plays the same role in the remake which actress Ritika Singh essayed in the original film Oh My Kadavule. The actress joined the team on Friday in Hyderabad.
Directed by debutant filmmaker Ashwath Marimuthu, Oh My Kadavule revolved around a man who gets another chance by God to save his marriage after he falls head over heels for another woman.
Apart from Ashok Selvan and Ritika Singh, the film also starred Vijay Sethupathi and Vani Bhojan in important roles. It received positive response from critics and went on to do quite well at the box office, weeks before the coronavirus pandemic hit the whole world.
Ashwath Marimuthu, who directed the original, returns to direct the remake as well. While Vishwak Sen and Mithila Palkar have been confirmed to play the lead pair in the film, the makers are yet to reveal the rest of the cast and crew. Buzz has it that Vijay Sethupathi might reprise his own role from the original. An official announcement is highly awaited though.
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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.