Rahul Bhatt Describes Fractured Relationship With Father Mahesh

Rahul Bhatt spoke about growing up after his parents separated.

He said he often felt that his father, Mahesh Bhatt, was not present enough.

Rahul believed he had to look after his family and protect his sister, Pooja Bhatt.

He said this led him to use violence when people insulted her.

He described those years as difficult and self-destructive.

Rahul said he did not have a strong male guide during that time.

He still loves and respects his father, but says their relationship is fractured.

He also said Mahesh helps support his mother financially.

Rahul described his relationship with his stepmother, Soni Razdan, as warm but mostly formal.