Actor Randeep Hooda expressed his support for Alia Bhatt, recalling his backing of her during a past controversy involving Kangana Ranaut in 2019.
Reflecting on Collaboration
In an interview with YouTuber Siddharth Kannan, Hooda, renowned for his recent success in the movie Swatantrya Veer Savarkar, highlighted his camaraderie with Bhatt during their collaboration on Imtiaz Ali’s Highway in 2014.
Defense Against Unfair Criticism
Hooda emphasized Bhatt’s unfair targeting by Ranaut and his genuine support for her during the tumultuous period.
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Condemnation of Disparagement
Regarding Ranaut’s criticism of Bhatt’s performance in Gully Boy, Hooda condemned disparaging fellow actors over perceived inadequacies and termed it indecent behavior.
Background of Controversy
The controversy erupted in 2019 when Ranaut criticized Bhatt’s portrayal in Zoya Akhtar’s Gully Boy as “mediocre,” sparking a public exchange between the two actors.
Bhatt’s Response
Bhatt refrained from directly responding to Ranaut’s remarks, acknowledging her own restraint compared to Ranaut’s outspokenness.
Supportive Gesture
During the controversy, Hooda publicly supported Bhatt on social media, praising her resilience against criticism and lauding her focus on her work despite detractors’ opinions.
