Actor Siddhant Chaturvedi, who was most recently seen in Yash Raj Films’ Bunty Aur Babli 2 (2021), is working on multiple films simultaneously, including Excel Entertainment’s Yudhra and Dharma Productions untitled next. He wrapped up the first schedule of Yudhra in October and is currently filming the next schedule, which is also on the verge of completion.
A source close to the actor reveals, “Siddhant is currently working on 2 films simultaneously. He is dubbing for Shakun's film, whilst shooting for Yudhra. Siddhant has wrapped the first schedule of Yudhra, and he is on the verge of wrapping the other one as well. With a few brand commitments to fulfill in between these shoots, Siddhant does not really have a breather till the end of the year.”
Yudhra is being directed by Ravi Udyawar, who is best known for Sridevi’s swansong Mom (2017). The film also stars Malavika Mohanan in the lead role.
The untitled film by Dharma Productions, on the other hand, is directed by Shakun Batra. Chaturvedi shares the screen space with Deepika Padukone and Ananya Panday in the film. Touted to be a modern relationship drama, the film is expected to release in the first half of 2022.
Chaturvedi will also headline Excel Entertainment and Tiger Baby’s recently announced film Kho Gaye Hum Kahan alongside Ananya Panday and Adarsh Gaurav. The film will reunite him with Panday after Shakun Batra’s film. Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, which is billed as a coming of digital age story of three friends in Mumbai, will mark the directorial debut of Arjun Varain Singh.
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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.