Shah Rukh Khan and his movie Chak De India was in the news a few days ago after Indian Women’s Hockey team won a match against Australia at the Olympic Games.
On 10th August 2021, the Shimit Amin’s directorial completed 14 years of its release, and Shah Rukh Khan on Thursday (12) took to Twitter to thank the team of the film.
He tweeted, “Just felt like thanking all the young ladies of Chak De India for making the film such a beautiful experience. And Shimit, Adi, @yrf , #MirRanjanNegi, @jaideepsahni , @sudeepdop , @Sukhwindermusic and all involved with this labour of love for making me the ‘Gunda’ of the film….”
Produced by Aditya Chopra under his banner Yash Raj Films, Chak De India was a super hit at the box office and won multiple awards including India’s National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment. Shah Rukh Khan also won the Best Actor Awards at mostly all the popular award functions.
Talking about the upcoming films of Shah Rukh Khan, the actor will next be seen in Pathan which is produced by Aditay Chopra and it is being directed by Siddharth Anand. The movie also stars Deepika Padukone and John Abraham in the lead roles, and Salman Khan will be seen in a cameo in it.
Apart from Pathan, SRK will be reportedly seen in Atlee’s next and Rajkumar Hirani’s next. However, both the films are not yet officially announced. There were reports that in Atlee’s next Shah Rukh Khan will romance South star Nayanthara.
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.