According to reports, the makers of the upcoming Bollywood film Antim: The Final Truth are planning to release the film on the occasion of Dussehra. Directed by Mahesh Manjrekar, the action thriller stars Aayush Sharma in the lead role while superstar Salman Khan plays a supporting role. The film is set to get a hybrid release as it releases on ZEE5 and also in theatres.
“The makers are planning to release a new poster this week followed by another teaser or theatrical trailer, also this week,” a source in the know informs a publication “Antim: The Final Truth is expected to release on October 15, the day of Dussehra. It will be a holiday in most parts of the country and the producers feel that it is an apt date to bring the film to theatres, and on digital.”
ZEE Studios has bought all the rights of Antim: The Final Truth. This is the second film after Salman Khan’s Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai (2021) where Salman Khan Films and ZEE Studios have jointly collaborated. Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai also saw a hybrid release on Eid 2021.
A trade expert says, “The multiplexes did not release Thalaivii (2021) since it was premiering on Netflix in just two weeks after the theatrical release. Even Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai did not see a release in multiplex chains and was screened only in single screens and standalone multiplexes since it was a hybrid release. The same will follow suit for Antim: The Final Truth. Meanwhile, Venom: Let There Be Carnage, is expected to also release on Dussehra. It was supposed to clash with the James Bond film, No Time To Die, on October 1. But reportedly, it has been pushed by two weeks and now it will clash with Antim: The Final Truth.”
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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.