Bollywood’s Christmas release Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri has found itself at the center of intense online discussion, with Kartik Aaryan’s dance performance becoming a major talking point on social media. While the film opened in theatres amid festive buzz, it was a recreated dance sequence that quickly drew widespread criticism rather than praise.
In the movie, Kartik Aaryan makes a dramatic entry at a celebratory function, dancing to Saajanji Ghar Aaye, the iconic track originally featured in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. The sequence later includes Ananya Panday, but it is Kartik’s performance that has dominated online conversations. The original song, performed by Salman Khan alongside Kajol, holds a legendary status among Bollywood fans, making comparisons inevitable.
Soon after the film’s release, clips of Kartik’s dance began circulating across Instagram, X, and YouTube. Viewers quickly shared side-by-side videos comparing his moves with Salman Khan’s original performance. The contrast sparked a wave of reactions, many of them sharply critical.
A large section of social media users felt that Kartik failed to capture the charisma and swag that Salman Khan brought to the song. Comments flooded timelines, accusing Bollywood of unnecessarily tampering with classic songs. Several users expressed frustration over the industry’s growing dependence on remakes and remixes, arguing that nostalgia should be respected rather than repackaged.
Some reactions were blunt, calling the new version a “worst remake” and labeling Kartik a “cheap imitation” of Salman Khan. Others insisted that certain songs and performances are simply irreplaceable, with repeated remarks declaring that no modern actor can match Salman’s screen presence in Saajanji Ghar Aaye. A few users even joked that Bollywood legends like Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan should hold exclusive rights over their iconic songs.
This backlash is not an isolated incident for the film. Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri had already faced criticism earlier for recreating another classic track, Saat Samundar Paar. For many viewers, the repeated use of nostalgic songs felt like a shortcut rather than a creative choice.
Directed by Sameer Vidwans, the film also stars Jackie Shroff and Neena Gupta, and is produced under Dharma Productions with backing from Karan Johar and other prominent names. Despite the strong production team and festive release window, audience reactions suggest that star power alone may not be enough when dealing with beloved classics.
A review by Hindustan Times summed up the sentiment by describing the film as visually appealing but emotionally hollow, suggesting that it fails to deliver the depth promised by its title.
The strong online response to Kartik Aaryan’s dance highlights a growing trend among audiences who are increasingly vocal about protecting Bollywood’s legacy. As social media continues to amplify viewer opinions, filmmakers may need to think twice before revisiting songs that fans consider untouchable.
Topics #Bollywood #city magazine #Entertainment News #Film Reviews #Kartik Aaryan #News #Salman Khan #Social Media Trends #Trending Pakistan
