While fans are still waiting to see her in the much-awaited Amazon Prime series Citadel, Priyanka Chopra seems to have given her nod to a new streaming show. Yes, you read that absolutely right!
A leading publication reports that Amazon Studios is working on a limited series adapted from Tanya Selvaratnam’s memoir Assume Nothing: A Story of Intimate Violence and PeeCee is onboard to not only star in the series but also executive produce it.
The actress will reportedly executive produce along with Mary Rohlich under her banner Purple Pebble Pictures.
Taking to Instagram stories, Priyanka re-shared the article by the publication and captioned it, “Let’s go!” She also tagged banner Purple Pebble Pictures and Amazon Studios.
Assume Nothing: A Story of Intimate Violence by Selvaratnam is all about the intimate abuse she faced while dating New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, advocate for women’s rights, prosecutor of Harvey Weinstein, which eventually led to his downfall.
Further casting details about the project have still not been revealed.
Meanwhile, Priyanka Chopra is presently waiting for the theatrical release of her romantic entertainer Love Again, co-starring Sam Heughan and Celine Dion. The film is slated to enter cinemas on May 12.
Her web series Citadel, co-starring Richard Madden, is also due this year.
On the Bollywood front, Priyanka is expected to begin filming for Farhan Akhtar’s Jee Le Zaraa, which is a road trip drama also featuring Katrina Kaif and Alia Bhatt in lead roles.
Keep visiting this space over and again for more updates and reveals from the world of entertainment.
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.