PrettyLittleThing founder Umar Kamani and model Nada Adelle have kicked off their wedding celebration in style.
For the unversed, the pair are set to tie the knot at the luxury Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, the exclusive resort linked to Eden Rock, owned by Pippa Middleton’s in-laws in the South of France.
With a lavish four-day celebration between May 2 and May 5, Kamani and Adella’s wedding will bring together not just close family and friends, but also influential public figures.
As per media reports, all the guests are staying in one of the 111 rooms at the secluded hotel, where it costs £3,000 per night for a junior suite and it’s a two-night minimum stay.
On Thursday, guests kick-started celebrations at the hotel with a poolside party. The white-themed bash reportedly concluded with a grand firework display, and guests then enjoyed belly and fire dancers.
Adelle, who has already changed her Instagram handle from her maiden name to Kamani, showed her breathtaking view of the French Rivera from her private jet, along with pre-wedding presents for herself and guests, courtesy of Dior.
Speaking to Vogue Arabia, Adella revealed the four-day wedding celebration will include a poolside welcome party, a white wedding with a surprise performance, and an Indian ceremony, all held in different hotel locations.
Meanwhile, Kamani proposed to Adelle in Monaco in August 2021. The business tycoon invited her to a very special location, transforming it entirely for this milestone moment.
“Where do I start?!” Adelle said remembering the fateful day. “Umar took me to one of my very favorite buildings in the whole world, the Monte Carlo Opera House, which he’d booked out for the occasion. He’d had it filled with 10,000 white roses, dozens of candles, and an orchestra playing ‘Beauty and the Beast’. Then he got down on one knee, and there was only ever going to be one question. And one answer!”
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.