'Rajesh Khanna is back': Fans can't get over Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna's son Aarav Bhatia’s uncanny resemblance to his grandfather

Aarav Bhatia, the son of Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna, made a rare public appearance recently and the internet couldn’t stop talking about him. Attending Huma Qureshi’s star-studded Eid gathering, Aarav arrived in understated style alongside his cousin Simar Bhatia, daughter of Alka Bhatia, Akshay Kumar’s sister.
The 21-year-old was seen carrying a gift for the host as he walked into the venue with a relaxed smile, dressed in a classic black kurta paired with white pyjamas. He didn’t pose formally for the paparazzi, but his fleeting smile and effortless charm were enough to set off a flurry of online reactions.
Fans spot shades of Rajesh Khanna in Aarav Bhatia
While the bash itself was buzzing with celebrities, it was Aarav who managed to steal the spotlight. Social media users were quick to spot a strong resemblance to legendary actor Rajesh Khanna, Aarav’s maternal grandfather. “Rajesh Khanna is back,” one comment read, while another dubbed him “a mix of Rajesh Khanna Sir and Akshay.” Some even called him a “good-looking guy with shades of the superstar.”

His cousin Simar, too, drew attention for her poised appearance. Simar had previously turned heads during a red carpet outing with Akshay Kumar at an award function, marking one of their few joint appearances in public. Simar is now gearing up to make her Bollywood debut in Ikkis, adding another potential star to the family tree.

Aarav Bhatia still stays away from spotlight
Though his lineage is deeply rooted in cinema, Aarav has long maintained a distance from the limelight. In interviews, Akshay Kumar has often spoken with pride about his son’s disinterest in films and his passion for fashion design instead. “He doesn’t want to be part of cinema,” Akshay once said, adding, “He is a very simple boy. We never forced him to do anything.”

While Aarav continues to keep a low profile and avoids the media glare, his recent public appearance has once again sparked curiosity. Whether or not he chooses the glamour of Bollywood, he’s clearly inherited the charisma that runs deep in his family.