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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Janhvi Kapoor likes a reel shading Madhuri Dixit's ‘vulgar' steps in Dhak Dhak; trolls joke ‘Algorithm ki galti hai'
Unintentional 'likes' on Instagram posts have been getting celebrities into trouble on social media this month. The first victim was cricketer Virat Kohli, whose official Instagram handle unknowingly 'liked' actor Avneet Kaur's picture shared by a fan page, on his wife Anushka Sharma's birthday. Virat later shared clarification that this action was not intentional. Interestingly, Avneet has been attending several matches and was rumoured to be dating Virat's fellow cricketer Shubman Gill. The next was Tamannaah Bhatia, who also blamed Instagram for unintentionally 'liking' a fan-made video of Deepika Padukone amid latter's controversy with Sandeep Reddy Vanga over his next film Spirit. Well, fans think the latest victim of the algorithm pandemic is Janhvi Kapoor, whose 'like' on a fan-made reel has left netizens in shock. A post shared by Janhvi Kapoor (@janhvikapoor) Unlike Virat Kohli and Tamannaah Bhatia, Janhvi Kapoor has not yet shared an official statement about 'liking' the video. But because of the content of this post, and Sridevi's rumoured rivalry with Madhuri, netizens are convinced that the actor will follow in Virat and Tamannaah's footsteps soon. What's so crazy about this clip? Well, it begins with a shot of Madhuri Dixit dancing to her iconic track Dhak Dhak Karne Laga from the 1992 film Beta. Over this clip are the words: 'Did vulgar step song and did nothing in the movie and won Filmfare Best Actress award.' Under this video is a clip of Janhvi's late mother Sridevi from the film Khuda Gawah, which released the same year. Here the caption reads, 'Did double role with landmark acting that carried whole movie on her shoulder still Filmfare ignored her for Best Actress.' When eagle eyed netizens pointed out that Janhvi Kapoor has 'liked' this Instagram reel, the internet obviously erupted. For instance, one social media user claimed, 'Guys!!! Algorithm ki galti hai dont blame JK 😡,' whereas another comment read, 'Loving this era of Kaleshi Bollywood. Acchi films nahi toh kalesh hi sahi 🤣.' A netizen shared, 'Another victim of the algorithm Instagram comes with a vaccine soon,' whereas another predicted, 'Wait for her to join Kohli - Tamanna gang of accidental like post.' Meanwhile, some trolled JK. One such angry Madhuri fan stated, 'WTF jahnvi How about her entire role in and her song Devara? What about that?,' whereas another harsh comment read, 'Irony of janhvi liking a reel shading doing thirst trap songs.' A post shared by Old Bollywood (@magical_cinema1990) But some fans did come out in Janhvi's defence, giving her the benefit of doubt. One such comment read, 'Ye bhi toh ho sakta hai, she saw her mom's pic, missed her and liked it? Like you get lost in the moment sometimes with all the focus on the picture of your deceased parent and nothing else? I think we can cut her some leash on this atleast.' As a member of the audience, who did you think was the star of 1992 — Madhuri Dixit in Beta or Sridevi in Khuda Gawah?
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Did Janhvi Kapoor throw shade at Madhuri Dixit? 'Like' on Insta post on 'vulgar dance' sparks speculation
Actor Janhvi Kapoor has sparked a stir on social media after 'liking' a reel on Instagram that claimed actor Madhuri Dixit won an award for her "vulgar step" in a song, while her mother Sridevi's performance in Khuda Gawah was ignored. Also read: Param Sundari teaser: Sidharth Malhotra, Janhvi Kapoor bring rom-coms back, fans can't get over Sonu Nigam's song Janhvi recently liked an Instagram Reel that drew a comparison between her mother, Sridevi, and Madhuri Dixit. The reel in question split the screen, juxtaposing two performances – one by Madhuri Dixit and the other by Sridevi. On one side, Madhuri Dixit's iconic dance sequence Dhak Dhak Karne Laga from the film Beta plays, with overlaid text reading, 'Madhuri in Beta - Did vulgar step song and did nothing in the movie and won Filmfare Best Actress award'. On the other side, Sridevi is shown in Khuda Gawah, which was also released in 1992, where she is seen giving an emotional speech. It came with text which read, 'Did double role with landmark acting that carried whole movie on her shoulder still Filmfare ignored her for Best Actress'. Notably, both films were released around the same time in 1992 – Beta starring Madhuri Dixit hit theatres on April 3, while Sridevi's film was released on May 8. A post shared by Old Bollywood (@magical_cinema1990) A screenshot of Janhvi's like on the reel has emerged on social media, especially on Reddit, sparking a debate among fans. One wrote, 'This is not the first time Sridevi was ignored ! She has given many powerful award winning performances'. The comments section is divided, with some users defending Madhuri's performances, while others feel Sridevi was under-appreciated. 'Not only this, Sridevi didn't get award for her Splendid performance in Laadla, Gumrah, Judaai, English Vinglish.. And unfortunately in 1986 and 1987 filmfare function was not happened, sri lost award for Mr. India and Nagina,' read one comment. One fan shared, 'Are we really surprised? This is Bollywood — it values dance, appearances, and glamour. No one cares about acting skills or talent'. One social media dismissed the debate as pointless, writing, 'All you guys need to get a life... I mean Madhuri vulgar in dhak dhak.... She was absolutely fantastic and show stellar in this song'. Meanwhile, others passionately argued over the merits of each actor's performances, with some labelling Madhuri's iconic song Dhak Dhak as sexy and fantastic. 'Madhuri Dixit without any doubt over Sridevi in khuda gawah for this year.... Madhuri was absolutely terrific in Beta,' one comment read. Another fan shared, 'Sorry but khuda guwah was not that good movie'. 'There is nothing vulgar about Dhak Dhak. It's so sexy,' shared one. 'Even she will come up with the algorithm story now," one social media user wrote on Reddit, referring to the controversy involving Virat Kohli and Tamannaah Bhatia, who claimed their Instagram accounts 'accidentally liked" a reel featuring Avneet Kaur and Deepika Padukone, respectively. Janhvi recently went to the 78th Cannes Film Festival for the world premiere and screening of her upcoming film Homebound. She will also be seen in Param Sundari opposite Sidharth Malhotra.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Janhvi Kapoor ‘Likes' Reel Claiming Madhuri Won Award For ‘Vulgar Step' While Sridevi ‘Ignored'
Last Updated: Janhvi Kapoor 'likes' viral reel shading Madhuri Dixit while praising Sridevi. Reddit reacts with jabs about 'algorithm likes' and accidental support. Janhvi Kapoor has found herself at the centre of an unexpected controversy online. The Mr. & Mrs. Mahi actress recently liked an Instagram reel that compared her late mother, legendary actress Sridevi, to Bollywood icon Madhuri Dixit and social media users have been quick to react. The viral reel splits the screen between two performances. On one side, Madhuri Dixit's iconic dance sequence Dhak Dhak Karne Laga from the film Beta plays, with overlaid text alleging she won the Filmfare Best Actress award for a 'vulgar step" and 'doing nothing." On the other side, Sridevi is shown in Khuda Gawah, portraying a dual role. The text claims she was 'ignored" for delivering a 'landmark performance" that carried the film. Janhvi's like on the post hasn't gone unnoticed. A screenshot showing her Instagram handle among those who liked the reel is now going viral, particularly on Reddit, where fans and critics alike are debating the implications. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Old Bollywood (@magical_cinema1990) Many online users are accusing her of indirectly shading Madhuri while trying to boost her late mother's legacy. 'Even she will come up with the algorithm story now," one Reddit user wrote, referring to the recent controversy involving Virat Kohli and Tamannaah Bhatia, who claimed their Instagram accounts 'accidentally liked" a reel featuring Avneet Kaur and Deepika Padukone, respectively. Another comment read, 'Wait for her to join the Kohli-Tamannaah gang of accidental like posts." A third added, 'Yes, Madhuri's Beta was a hit, and she performed brilliantly. But acting-wise too, she earned that award. It wasn't just a dance number." Others took a more sarcastic tone, with one user joking, 'Another victim of the algorithm pandemic… hoping Instagram comes with a vaccine soon." Janhvi Kapoor has not issued a statement addressing the viral post or whether the like was intentional. However, with screenshots continuing to circulate and Reddit threads filling up with speculation, it's clear the internet isn't buying the 'accidental like" excuse just yet. First Published:
