A restraining order has been filed by Hollywood actor Pierce Brosnan against a woman who he claims is stalking both him and his family.
According to Fox News, on Friday, Brosnan issued the complaint in Los Angeles, a local newspaper reported. In his complaint, the 'James Bond' actor alleged that the 55-year-old woman, identified as Michelle Welch Mulready, had been "parked in front of my house, stalking me, my family and guests." As per the local newspaper, the restraining order states that Mulready had been living in her car since September 5 and that Brosnan had already called the police twice to complain.
Mulready was notified by the sheriff's office on September 28 that Brosnan was filing a restraining order against her.
According to the restraining order, the alleged stalker initially did not set out to find Brosnan but rather, Mulready was looking for legendary actor Dick Van Dyke. The complaint noted, "She has a tattoo of him on her arm. When she found me and my family, she stayed in front of our house. She gave me two odd notes, said she needed USD 1,500 for new tires, and gave me a drawing she did of me," Brosnan stated in his filing.
Though Brosnan said that Mulready did not threaten him nor inflict harm, the order, which remains in effect through October 25, when a hearing will then take place in Los Angeles Superior Court, also protects his wife, Keely Brosnan, and their two sons.
As per Fox News, under the court order, Mulready is barred from "harassing, intimidating or directly or indirectly contacting Brosnan and his family." She is also required to remain 400 yards away from Brosnan's home, car and workplace, as well as his children's school.
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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.