By: Mohnish Singh
Last seen in Jabariya Jodi (2019), Parineeti Chopra is currently waiting for the release of her forthcoming film The Girl On The Train, which is an official remake of the 2016 American psychological thriller film of the same name. The remake has been directed by Ribhu Dasgupta, who is known for helming such projects as Te3n (2016) and the Netflix series Bard of Blood (2019).
Though The Girl On The Train is yet to enter theatres, Parineeti Chopra has reportedly reunited with Dasgupta for yet another film. The yet-to-be-titled project is said to be a thriller and will see Chopra in the role of an undercover agent.
“It is not (set in) an India-Pakistan backdrop. The film has Parineeti as a covert agent. She is leading the operation. The film is also about her personal journey and her revenge,” a source close to the team informs a newswire.
We also hear that the film is a multi-starrer. In addition to Parineeti Chopra, the movie will have several other prominent names on its star cast, including Rajit Kapur, Kay Kay Menon, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, and Hardy Sandhu, to name a few. The plot of the film revolves around a rescue operation of Indian agents and Chopra will be fronting the cast.
The project is being produced by Reliance Entertainment. If reports are to be believed, it will apparently take off in March 2021.
Apart from The Girl On The Train, Parineeti Chopra will also be seen in Yash Raj Films’ Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar and T-Series Films’ sports biopic Saina.
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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.