Raghu Ram of Roadies fame and his wife Sugandha Garg ended their 10-year marriage in 2016, but it took the couple more than a year to officially part ways.
Ram and Garg had an amicable separation and to celebrate their 10 years together, Ram took to his Instagram account to post two adorable pictures -- one from the day they got married and the other from when they called it off.
The caption to these pictures read: “Some things never change. Like the love I have for you. Like the fun we have always had together. Nothing ends. It changes and the next phase begins #FriendshipGoals #DivorceGoals."
Garg immediately responded saying it was indeed a pleasure to spend a decade with him.
"It’s been a pleasure. All of it.I got you boo. #relationshipgoals #divorcegoals," she wrote.
What led to their separation was the realisation that their relationship had changed over the years. The duo might not be a couple anymore, but they are still the best of friends, Ram said in an earlier interview. "We have prioritised our friendship over everything else. I am happy about that, and so is she,” he said, adding that the time they spent apart was much more than the time they spent together. "It’s better to be in each other’s lives as friends instead."
Ram, who is currently seen in Colors TV show Entertainment Ki Raat, became a household name thanks to MTV reality show Roadies. Garg was seen in films Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na and Tere Bin Laden.
Interestingly, Ram and Garg aren't the only celebrities to redefine divorce by being a part of each other's life.
Hrithik Roshan-Sussanne Khan, Aamir Khan and Reena and Arbaaz Khan-Malaika Arora have all remained friends even after they got divorced.
In Hollywood, Gwyneth Paltrow- Chris Martin, Ben Affleck-Jennifer Garner and Hilary Duff and Michael Comrie have all proved that divorce doesn't mean the end of a beautiful relationship.
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.