Tom Hiddleston is once again stepping into Loki’s shoes for Avengers: Doomsday, and this time, he finally gets to talk about it. After years of dancing around questions and keeping Marvel-sized secrets, the British actor opened up during a red carpet chat at the Olivier Awards and confirmed what many fans were hoping for: Loki’s story isn’t finished.
The last time we saw Loki, he had taken a powerful, almost mythical role at the end of the Loki series, literally holding the multiverse together from the edge of time. It felt like a full-circle moment, like a quiet, poignant farewell. But in typical Marvel fashion, the story took a twist.
After holding the multiverse together in Loki, Hiddleston gears up for one more chapter as the God of MischiefReddit
“I'm very excited. It’s strange to finally be able to say something,” Hiddleston said, speaking to Max Balegde. “You carry these things for so long without being able to share. Playing Loki has been a huge part of my life and it’s not done yet.”
Hiddleston has been part of the MCU since 2011, debuting as Loki in Thor. Since then, he’s appeared in several of Marvel’s biggest films: The Avengers, Thor: Ragnarok, Infinity War, Endgame, and more recently, a cameo in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. The two-season Disney+ series Loki deepened the character’s arc and earned praise for moving away from his trickster roots into something more complex and emotional.
Now, with Avengers: Doomsday lined up for release on May 1, 2026, fans are wondering just how big Loki’s role will be. Marvel has kept those details under wraps. What we do know is the film is gearing up to be a massive crossover. The cast includes Chris Hemsworth, Anthony Mackie, Florence Pugh, and even members of the original X-Men team including Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen.
Whether Loki’s return is a key plot point or just a final bow, Hiddleston’s return adds weight to a film that’s already shaping up to be a major event in the MCU. Clearly, the God of Mischief isn’t done making his mark just yet.
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.