Rahul Bhatt says Mahesh Bhatt was only ‘financially available’ during childhood; ‘I had to be my own doctor, lawyer…’

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Rahul Bhatt, the offspring of esteemed filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt and Kiran Bhatt, has spoken candidly about his emotionally detached bond with his father and the hurdles he encountered while growing up as part of a cinematic family. In a private chat with Hindi Rush, Rahul disclosed that despite Mahesh Bhatt’s financial backing, he lacked emotional availability in their relationship.

Looking back at his youth, Rahul expressed that he didn’t have a strong emotional bond with his father. Instead, he found himself navigating life largely on his own without the comfort or advice of a nurturing adult. “He was able to provide financially,” Rahul explained, “but we were emotionally dissimilar individuals.” As he grew up, they didn’t share that kind of connection, and he often had to handle various issues independently. He functioned as his own doctor, lawyer, and therapist. Regrettably, there was no one who came to his aid during those challenging times.

Rahul recounted his initial phase of life as extremely lonely. He remembered being made fun of by other kids due to his parents’ divorce. This persistent mockery caused him to harbor anger and retreat, and although the intensity of that anger has decreased over time, the wounds are still visible. He disclosed that people seldom interacted with him, making him feel like a stranger even among those close to him.

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Instead of treading the same path as his renowned kin in the movie world, Rahul decided to keep a distance from it, describing it as deceitful. In his view, the industry frequently pushes individuals to sacrifice their principles, which is something he has consistently refused to do. He expressed that the allure of films concealed a more profound problem, notably within film families who are usually preoccupied and seldom emotionally accessible to one another.

As a die-hard fan, I wholeheartedly attribute my sanity during tough times to the discipline of fitness. It’s been my guiding star, steering me clear from the abyss of self-destructive patterns. Regarding the portrayal of parenting dynamics in Animal (2023), starring my remarkable stepsister Alia Bhatt’s esteemed husband, Ranbir Kapoor, I firmly believe it’s all make-believe and art should never be taken at face value.

Regardless of his family background, Rahul’s insights offer a somber depiction of life within the glamorous world of Bollywood. Here, feelings of detachment and solitude frequently remain unacknowledged, even within the busiest of celebrity homes.

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2025-04-23 19:37