By: Mohnish Singh
According to reports, choreographer-turned-filmmaker Remo D'Souza has commenced work on his next directorial offering ABCD 3, the third installment of his highly successful dance film franchise ABCD.
Recently, Nora Fatehi was spotted meeting D'Souza and his wife Lizelle D'Souza and, in absolutely no time, the rumour mill went into overdrive with suggestions that the actress might be seen in ABCD 3.
Fatehi has proved her nonpareil dance skills time and again. If she comes onboard ABCD 3 and takes the center stage, it will be a treat for the audience to watch her in an out-and-out dance film.
The actress, who has appeared in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam films, has earlier worked with Remo D'Souza in his last directorial outing Street Dancer (2020), alongside Varun Dhawan and Shraddha Kapoor. Though the film failed to set off fireworks at the box-office, Fatehi did receive good response for her performance and unrivalled dance moves.
Nora Fatehi and Remo D’Souza share a great rapport and the duo has often been spotted together on various occasions. The performer was amongst the first ones from the tinsel town of Bollywood to visit the director in the hospital when he suffered a massive heart attack a couple of weeks ago.
Pictures of her recent meeting with Remo and his wife have led to speculations that she is going to be playing an important role in ABCD 3. However, an official announcement is highly awaited to confirm the same.
Meanwhile, Fatehi is presently waiting for the release of her next film, titled Bhuj: The Pride of India. Directed by Abhishek Dudhaiya and produced by Bhushan Kumar, the historical war drama action thriller also stars Ajay Devgn, Sanjay Dutt, and Sonakshi Sinha in lead roles.
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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.