On Saturday, Radhika Apte took to Instagram to announce that she has wrapped up the shoot of her forthcoming film Forensic. The crime thriller is the official Hindi remake of the successful Malayalam film of the same name. It also stars Vikrant Massey in the lead role.
Apte shared a cute photo with her co-star Massey on Instagram and announced she has finished shooting for her portion in the film. In the picture, the talented actress is seen smiling ear to ear as Massey pouts and flaunts the red lipstick Apte is seen holding in her hand. “And it’s a film wrap (for me),” she captioned the post.
Massey, who plays the role of a forensic officer in Forensic, had earlier shared the teaser motion poster of the film, writing, “Now there won’t be any unsolved case as Forensic will reveal every criminal’s face. Thrilled to announce my next project Forensic with a super talented team. Another association with @furia_vishal and powerhouse performer @radhikaofficial. Producers @minifilmsofficial @sohamrockstrent @deepakmukut @immansibagla @varun.bagla. It's amazing how seamlessly @immansibagla you have made this union possible! Thank You for this opportunity. Really looking forward to collaborating with you. Let’s take this to the next level (sic).”
Backed by Soham Rockstar Entertainment Pvt Ltd and Mini Films, Forensic has been directed by Vishal Furia. Deepak Mukut produces the film in collaboration with Mansi Bagla and Varun Bagla. Hunar Mukut serves as co-producer.
Besides Forensic, Apte will also star in filmmaker Vasan Bala's Monica, O My Darling. The Netflix film co-stars Rajkummar Rao and Huma Qureshi. Keep visiting this space over and again for more updates and reveals from the world of entertainment.
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.