The Oscar-winning actress joins Steve Martin, Selena Gomez, and Martin Short in Hulu’s hit mystery-comedy for an exciting new season.
Renée Zellweger is the latest Hollywood star to join Hulu's hit mystery-comedy Only Murders in the Building for its fifth season. The two-time Academy Award winner will share the screen with series regulars Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez, adding to the show’s already impressive line-up of guest stars.
Production for Season 5 is underway in New York, with this season’s mystery revolving around the murder of Lester, the beloved doorman of the Arconia. Zellweger isn’t the only big name joining the cast. Christoph Waltz, Téa Leoni, and Keegan-Michael Key have also signed on. While details about their roles remain under wraps, fans can expect more plot twists, humour, and surprises in the upcoming episodes.
Zellweger’s addition is another example of the show’s trend of bringing in high-profile actors. Previous seasons featured Hollywood icons like Meryl Streep, Eugene Levy, Zach Galifianakis, Eva Longoria, and Melissa McCarthy. The show recently won its first SAG Award for Best Ensemble in a Comedy Series, cementing its reputation as a must-watch for fans of clever storytelling and star-studded performances.
Known for her roles in Bridget Jones’s Diary and Jerry Maguire, Zellweger has built a versatile career spanning decades. She won an Academy Award for Cold Mountain and another for portraying Judy Garland in Judy. Beyond film, she has dabbled in television with Netflix’s What/If and NBC’s The Thing About Pam. She is also producing the upcoming Apple TV+ thriller Raising Wild, starring Cynthia Erivo.
Only Murders in the Building, co-created by Steve Martin and John Hoffman, follows three true-crime-obsessed strangers who turn into amateur detectives when murders happen in their Upper West Side apartment building. The show has gained a loyal following for its mix of comedy, suspense, and celebrity cameos.
The Oscar-winning actress teams up with Steve Martin, Selena Gomez, and Martin Short as the mystery deepens in the new seasonGetty Images
With Zellweger joining the already stellar cast, Season 5 promises to deliver another engaging mystery packed with humour and unexpected twists. While there’s no release date yet, anticipation is high for what’s next in the Arconia. Fans will have to wait and see how Zellweger’s character fits into the unfolding drama.
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.