By: Mohnish Singh
No one can deny the fact that Sunil Grover is one of the best comic talents working in the Indian television space today. The stand-up comedian has been a part of several successful shows on television, including the hugely popular The Kapil Sharma Show on Sony Entertainment Television.
As all would agree, Grover was the heart and soul of The Kapil Sharma Show before he quit it due to an alleged mid-air fight with his fellow cast member and the host of the show Kapil Sharma. Rumours of his return to the hit show have emerged multiple times over the past few years but in vain. Now, some reports indicate that Grover will indeed be making his comeback on the show soon.
According to reports, Salman Khan, who is the producer of The Kapil Sharma Show, played the role of peacemaker between Sharma and Grover as he shares a great rapport with both of them. An entertainment portal reveals that Khan is keen to have Grover back on the popular show.
Watching Sunil Grover in the roles of Dr. Mashoor Gulati and Rinku Bhabhi was an absolute delight for audiences. If he is indeed making a return to The Kapil Sharma Show, we can expect a major spike in the TRP of the show.
Meanwhile, Grover is keeping himself busy with films and web projects. He was most recently seen in Amazon Prime Video’s Tandav, also starring Saif Ali Khan, Sarah-Jane Dias, and Dimple Kapadia. The actor will next be seen in Salman Khan’s much-awaited film Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai, directed by Prabhu Deva. Set to release on Eid 2021, the film also stars Disha Patani, Jackie Shroff, and Randeep Hooda in lead roles.
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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.