Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor have resumed filming Luv Ranjan's next directorial venture. The team is currently stationed in Delhi where an important schedule has been planned. The untitled film began production in January in Noida. The next schedule was to take off in June, but the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic led to a delay.
Now, an Indian publication reports that the team has begun a 20-day schedule in Delhi. They are planning to go to Europe in September for the next schedule. After wrapping up the ongoing schedule in Delhi, the team will have a short stint in Mumbai before heading off to Europe in September.
Pritam, who is composing music for the film, revealed that the team is planning to shoot two or three romantic numbers in Europe. They are a combination of dance and romance numbers on the lines of ‘Badtameez Dil’ from Dharma Productions’ Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013).
This is the first time Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor are working together on a project. This also marks their maiden collaboration with successful filmmaker Luv Rajan. The film also stars Dimple Kapadia and Boney Kapoor in important roles.
Producer Boney Kapoor is facing the camera for the first time. He plays Ranbir Kapoor’s father in the film. Talking about his decision to come onboard, he had earlier said, “As a producer, I have to look into everything. I go to the set to see if my cast and crew are comfortable. Here since I was an actor, the production was taking care of me. I was much more relieved as an actor.”
The film is expected to arrive in theatres in the first half of 2022. Keep visiting this space over and again for more updates and reveals from the world of entertainment.
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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.