After the dismal performance of his last release Batti Gul Meter Chalu (2018), Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor will be next seen in Cine1 Studios and T-Series Films’ forthcoming joint production, Kabir Singh.
On 6th April, Kapoor and the makers took to social media to announce that they would unveil the teaser of the much-awaited film on Monday. Staying true to their promise, the team of Kabir Singh released the 1-minute-long teaser of the movie today, which has gone viral ever since.
Fans have been showering praises on Shahid Kapoor for not letting them down. The actor plays the character of a final year student, Kabir Singh, at the Delhi Institute Of Medical Science. Though one of the brightest students of his batch, he chooses the path of alcoholism and self-destruction after his girlfriend marries somebody else. Actress Kiara Advani is seen as Kapoor’s love interest, Preethi, in the highly awaited movie.
As we know, Kabir Singh is an official remake of the 2017 film Arjun Reddy, which starred Vijay Deverakonda and Shalini Pandey in lead roles. The Telugu-language movie has gained cult status down South and hence, several fans had reservations whether or not the Hindi version would match up to the original film. However, looking at the response the team of Kabir Singh has been receiving after dropping the teaser, it can be said that the makers have not disappointed fans.
Directed by Sandeep Vanga, Kabir Singh is slated to hit the marquee on 21st June, 2019.
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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.