It has been almost a week since rumours have been doing the rounds in Bollywood that superstar Shah Rukh Khan has acquired the remake rights of popular Spanish show Money Heist. Several media outlets reported that Khan was gearing up to adapt the Netflix series as a film and produce it under his production house, Red Chillies Entertainment.
However, the actor has denied any truth in various media reports. Talking to a well-known journalist in Melbourne, Khan said that it was just a rumour and there is no truth in it. He confirmed that his production house is, however, producing Bard of Blood, Class of 83 and Betaal for Netflix.
Shah Rukh Khan also confirmed that he has not signed any movies as yet but he is hearing a lot of scripts not just for acting in but on the production front also. He also revealed that he is interested in doing an action entertainer.
Shah Rukh Khan, who is known as the most popular actor in the world, was last seen in his home production, Zero (2018). The film was directed by well-known filmmaker Aanand L Rai. Katrina Kaif and Anushka Sharma played the leading ladies in it. SRK had a lot of expectations from the film and had spent like a sailor on its production. However, Zero underperformed upon its release and could not even recover its cost of production from theatrical revenue.
After the dismal performance of Zero, Khan has not signed any film. Though his name has been linked to a number of projects in the past few months, the superstar has time and again said that he has no film in his hand right now. His fans all across the world are, however, waiting for him to announce his next soon.
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.