After giving us two back-to-back blockbusters in Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2 (2015) and Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety (2018), the terrific trio of Kartik Aaryan, Nushrratt Bharuccha, and Sunny Singh will join forces once again. Singh has confirmed that the three of them will be coming together to star in Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety 2 and Pyaar Ka Punchnama 3.
Talking to a publication, the young actor said that filmmaker Luv Ranjan has some ideas in mind for the second and third parts of Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety and Pyaar Ka Punchnama respectively.
“Luv sir has something in mind, though the timelines have yet to be decided. But Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety will definitely have a sequel while Pyaar Ka Punchnama will have a part 3,” confirmed the actor.
Speaking of Kartik Aaryan, Sunny Singh said that they have stayed in touch via calls and messages during the Coronavirus lockdown. They stay close by and even their parents take walks together.
He added that they will have a blast reuniting in these films or some other. “I am sure we will have a blast when we reunite for these films or any other. We stay close by and our families take walks together at a nearby garden. So, now we are family friends,” he beams.
For the uninitiated, Sunny Singh began his acting career with Ekta Kapoor’s popular show Kasautii Zindagi Kay and also starred in Shakuntala. After a brief stint on television, he made his foray into Bollywood with Madhur Bhandarkar’s Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji (2011), followed by Luv Ranjan’s Akaash Vani (2013).
“I got into TV by chance, but even as a kid, I wanted to be a movie star. So, I groomed myself, took classes in acting, dancing, and even action, met people, and was rejected several times till I met Luv sir and things finally fell in place. Rejections are a part of every industry, but I was confident I would live my dream one day. It takes time, but eventually, talent speaks,” he signed off.
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.