Krrish is undeniably one of the most successful film franchises that Bollywood has ever produced. It gave Indian audiences their first homegrown superhero, played brilliantly by Hrithik Roshan.
Ever since Krrish 3 (2013) rocked the box-office, fans have been waiting for the fourth instalment of the superhero franchise with bated breath. Seeing the huge demand, director-producer Rakesh Roshan announced Krrish 4 in 2016, but he had to put the project on hold for a variety of reasons, one of them being his poor health condition. He was even diagnosed with throat cancer in 2019.
Senior Roshan started working on the film right after winning his battle against cancer. He has now revealed that he is ready with the fourth installment of the Krrish franchise but is waiting for the current pandemic to be over before proceeding with the final details.
“As soon as everything is fine again, we shall go ahead with the fourth instalment of Krrish,” said the filmmaker, who has only been collaborating with his son, Hrithik Roshan, ever since his debut film Kaho Na Pyaar Hai (2000).
While Hrithik Roshan is set to get into his superhero avatar again, the makers are yet to finalize the female lead for Krrish 4. Several names, including Priyanka Chopra and Deepika Padukone, have cropped up in the past though.
As per the media reports, HR will essay a double role in the upcoming instalment of the franchise. Yes, you read it absolutely right! According to reports, the War (2019) actor is most likely to play both the protagonist and antagonist in Krrish 4.
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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.