Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Monday resumed filming on Atlee Kumar’s much-anticipated commercial entertainer, which also features Tamil star Nayanthara, Sunil Grover, and Sanya Malhotra in important roles.
Khan will finish the ongoing schedule of Atlee Kumar’s film within a week and then move on to wrap up Yash Raj Films’ Pathan, also starring Deepika Padukone and John Abraham in lead roles. The Siddharth Anand directorial, produced by Aditya Chopra, marks his return to films after a long gap of four years. The actor was last seen in his home production Zero (2018), directed by Aanand L Rai.
Right after calling it a wrap on Pathan, SRK will commence work on his first film with acclaimed filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani. According to reports, Khan will start shooting for Hirani’s yet-to-be-titled social comedy on April 15, 2022.
The first schedule of the film will take place in Film City Studios in Mumbai where the makers have recreated a Punjab village. If reports are to be believed, a team of workers is dedicatedly working on building the sets and all the work is expected to be completed by March 31. After shooting in Mumbai, the team will shoot some scenes in the fields of Punjab in either April or May.
As per reports, a major portion of the film will be shot in Mumbai and the UK. A 10-day schedule in Budapest has also been planned.
Taapsee Pannu, known for films such as Pink (2016), Badla (2019), and Thappad (2020), has been signed on to play the female lead, as per reports. Boman Irani is also playing a significant part. We also hear that a number of popular actors will be making special appearances in the film.
If reports are to be believed, Hirani's film is based on the issue of donkey flight. Shah Rukh Khan plays the role of a person who takes the illegal backdoor route to immigrate to Canada in search of a better life. More details on the film are expected to arrive soon.
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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.