Arjun Kapoor Faces Backlash for Comparing Alia Bhatt and Meryl Streep
Arjun Kapoor, the popular Bollywood actor, found himself at the receiving end of online trolling after he compared his co-star Alia Bhatt with the legendary Hollywood actress Meryl Streep. The comparison was made in response to the much-anticipated trailer release of the upcoming romantic film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, which features Bhatt alongside Ranveer Singh in the lead roles.
Taking to his Instagram stories, Kapoor expressed his excitement for the film, stating, The quintessential @karanjohar film. Can’t wait to watch it! Baba bringing Bittoo wali energy back & mini Meryll as always killing it!!! However, his comment quickly went viral and received a barrage of criticism from netizens who found the comparison between Bhatt and Streep unfounded and inappropriate.
One Reddit user wrote, I don’t think Meryl knows or even cares, but I would sue. Another commenter added, Imagine being one good actress given all good roles available on a platter and delivering in an above-average amount, and then your co-actors overhype the sh*t out of your mediocre profile and you lose even a small amount of likeability.
Several users emphasized that there is no comparison between Bhatt and Streep, with one saying, No one literally no one in this world can match up to Meryl Streep. She is the OG, Alia is not even a cell in front of her, so please stop spoiling Meryl’s name.
Meanwhile, the trailer for Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani offers a glimpse into the lives of the characters Rocky Randhawa and Rani Chatterjee, whose backgrounds and lifestyles couldn’t be more different. Rocky hails from a wealthy Punjabi family, while Rani comes from a Bengali household that values knowledge and intelligence above all else. The couple falls in love but soon realizes that their families do not get along. In a bid to impress their respective families, Rocky and Rani decide to switch and live with each other’s families.
Directed by Karan Johar, the film boasts a star-studded cast, including Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, and Shabana Azmi. Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani promises to be a grand, wholesome entertainer, blending Johar’s storytelling finesse with an impressive ensemble cast, splendid visuals, and captivating music. The trailer showcases various romantic and emotional moments between the lead pair, along with family celebrations and possibly a wedding.
This film marks Karan Johar’s return to the director’s chair after a gap of over six years. It is set to hit theaters on July 28, creating much anticipation among fans who eagerly await the on-screen chemistry of Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh.
In conclusion, Arjun Kapoor’s attempt to compare Alia Bhatt to acting legend Meryl Streep sparked a contentious debate online, with many questioning the validity of such a comparison. While the film itself, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, continues to generate excitement among audiences, it remains to be seen whether Kapoor’s comment will have any impact on the film’s reception.
