After a glorious run of two years, Sony Entertainment Television’s popular show Yeh Un Dinon Ki Baat Hai is set to bid adieu to the audience. Launched with much fanfare on 5th September, 2017, the series was set in the 1990s. Soon after its launch, it became one of the top-rated shows on the channel because viewers really enjoyed the nostalgia it evoked.
Ever since the news emerged that Sony Entertainment Television has decided to end Yeh Un Dinon Ki Baat Hai, not only the fans of the show but the actors are also in shock. The channel has communicated its decision of ending the show to the entire cast and crew and everyone is sad to hear the news.
Randeep Rai, who plays the character of Sameer on Yeh Un Dinon Ki Baat Hai, says that he will need some time to cope with this news. “I have lived the character and I am not exaggerating when I say that my identity has only been Sameer for the last two years. I will need some time to cope with this,” says the actor.
Ashi Singh, who plays Naina, adds, “When I was offered Naina’s role, I was told that she is a simple, non-glamorous girl and, at that time, I was a bit reluctant because every other girl on TV is stylish and glamorous. I feel that the show could have gone on for another year. However, now that it’s ending, it has given me more confidence to move on to other things.”
For the uninitiated, Yeh Un Dinon Ki Baat Hai is based on the love story of producer Shashi and Sumeet Mittal. When producer Sumeet Mittal was asked about the reason behind ending the show despite it doing well, he says, “I feel that Yeh Un Dinon Ki Baat Hai has run its course; we didn’t want to bring it to a level where the viewers feel that it’s dragging. Also, it was based on our life story and struggles, and after a certain point, the audience doesn’t enjoy watching the struggles for too long.”
Yeh Un Dinon Ki Baat Hai will beam its final episode on 16th August, 2019, as per reports.
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.