After undergoing his first colonoscopy, Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds just discovered that he had a polyp on his colon. The actor documented the entire process of getting the test done in order to raise awareness about the cancer screening process.
“I have been on camera a lot. But this was the first time one was shoved up my ass,” says Reynolds of sharing footage from his colonoscopy in “Lead From Behind,” an initiative launched through the non-profit Colorectal Cancer Alliance.
Ryan's doctor revealed the results of the process, as seen in the video the 45-year-old shared on Instagram on Sept. 13.
“You did such a good prep that I was able to find an extremely subtle polyp that was on the right side of your colon," Dr. Lapook tells Ryan. "This was potentially life-saving for you. I'm not kidding. I'm not being overly dramatic.”
"You are interrupting the natural history of a disease, of a process, that could have ended up developing into cancer and causing all sorts of problems," the doctor continues. "Instead, you're not only diagnosing the polyp, you're taking it out ... And that's why people need to do this.
So what pushed Reynolds to put the process on camera? It all started with a bet. Ryan, who is the co-chairman of Welsh football team Wrexham AFC, made a wager with fellow co-chairman Rob McElhenney that if Rob could learn some of the language Welsh, Ryan would have to film a video getting a colonoscopy. Well, Ryan lost the bet, but he won critical information on his health.
"The procedure and prep were painless, but the discomfort of filming and sharing the process was the hardest part," Reynolds says. "Rob and I did it because we want this potentially life-saving procedure to be less mysterious and stigmatized."
Lead From Behind is spearheaded by tech entrepreneur and colon cancer survivor Brooks Bell. Reynolds' creative agency Maximum Effort and Chrysi Phialithes, former chief digital officer of (RED), worked on the campaign.
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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.