Sonakshi Sinha may not have been seen on silver screen after the release of Dabangg 3 in 2019, but the actress has scored some extremely interesting projects over the past two years, which will be out soon.
Some of her much-talked-about projects include war-drama film Bhuj: The Pride of India and the Netflix film Bulbul Tarang. She is also set to make her digital debut with Amazon Prime Video’s highly anticipated show Fallen. Buzz also suggests that she has been approached to play a significant part in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s high-profile upcoming streaming show Heera Mandi.
Now, a leading entertainment portal reports that the actress has just added yet another exciting project to her upcoming line-up. She has reportedly signed on to topline RSVP Movies’ next production venture which will also feature Riteish Deshmukh in the lead role.
Not much else is currently known about the untitled project except that it is in horror-comedy space and that a debutant director will helm it. Both Sinha and Deshmukh have signed the film on the dotted line. They will start filming after wrapping up their ongoing assignments.
The horror-comedy film brings Sonakshi Sinha and Riteish Deshmukh together for the first time on screen. From what we hear, the duo is set to portray characters that have never been attempted before in Hindi films. While Deshmukh has previously starred in a horror-comedy film called Great Grand Masti (2016), Sinha will be exploring the genre for the first time in her career.
Sonakshi Sinha will commence work on this project after completing Shree Narayan Singh’s Netflix Original whereas Deshmukh will join the team after wrapping up his Netflix debut film directed by Shashanka Ghosh of Veere Di Wedding (2018). The film is expected to begin production sometime around September in Mandawa, Rajasthan.
Keep visiting this space over and again for more updates and reveals from the world of entertainment.
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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.