Actors Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani tied the knot on Tuesday at Suryagarh Palace in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan in the presence of close friends and family members.
Taking to Instagram, Sidharth, and Kiara shared the first pictures of their wedding in which they look like a regal couple.
"Ab humari permanent booking hogayi hai" We seek your blessings and love on our journey ahead," Sidharth captioned the post.
Soon after the newly married couple shared their dreamy wedding pictures, several Indian celebs took to their social media accounts and congratulated the newly married couple.
Ace filmmaker Karan Johar penned down a heartfelt note and wrote, "I met him a decade and a half ago.... Silent, strong and still so sensitive.... I met her many years after... silent, strong and so sensitive in equal measure...Then they met each other and i realised in that moment that the these two pillars of strength and dignity can make an irreplaceable bond and create the most magical love story together.... Watching them is a fairy tale that is rooted in tradition and family...As they exchanged vows on a mandap of mohabbat everyone around them felt the pulse...felt the energy... I sat proud, elated and bursting with only love for the two of them! I love you Sid.... I love you Ki.... May today be your forever...."
'RRR' actor Ram Charan wrote, "Mach made in Heaven. Congratulations."
Rakul Preet Singh wrote, "Congratulationsssss u two may this be the beginning of forever wala love...good bless."
Designer Manish Malhotra wrote, "Love and blessings to Mr and Mrs Malhotra."
Actor Pulkit Samrat wrote, "Congratulations Wishing you both a lifetime of love."
Parineeti Chopra wrote, "Congrats to my Siddo and Miss K. Blessings and love and hugs!"
'Marjaavaan' director Milap Zaveri commented on Sidharth's post and wrote, "Hai main Marjaavaan!!! Loads and loads of love to both of you buddy."
Actor Angad Bedi wrote, "Sid now you will know the true meaning of #raatanlambiyaan. Congratulations Dimple and Shershaah."
Actor Vikrant Massey commented, "Congratulations Sid!!! Wishing you the best of health, happiness, togetherness, loads of success & peace!!! Stay blessed ."
The couple got married as per Hindu traditions with band baaja and baraat. Famous 'Jea' wedding band from Delhi arrived at the venue on Tuesday. Sidharth made his royal entry at the wedding on the traditional 'ghodi'.
Earlier in the day, several visuals from the wedding venue went viral in which some men in traditional pink outfits were seen holding floral 'chhatris' (umbrellas decorated with flowers).
Karan Johar, Manish Malhotra, Shahid Kapoor, Juhi Chawla, and Mira Rajput Kapoor were among the celebrities present at Sid-Kiara's wedding.
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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.