Balakrishna and Urvashi Rautela’s “Dabidi Dibidi” Faces Backlash for Cringe Choreography
The latest song “Dabidi Dibidi” from the upcoming film Daaku Maharaj featuring Nandamuri Balakrishna and Urvashi Rautela has sparked a major backlash on social media. The track, which showcases a highly criticized dance number, has left netizens fuming due to its awkward chemistry, inappropriate choreography, and what many describe as a cringe-fest.
Criticism Over the Song’s Inappropriate Chemistry
In the song, Balakrishna and Urvashi Rautela’s performance has been slammed for its uncomfortable age gap, with some internet users pointing out the inappropriate nature of their interactions. The choreography, which includes sleazy dance moves like Balakrishna hitting Rautela’s belly and rear, has particularly drawn ire. The visuals depict Balakrishna, wearing a blue shirt, sitting in a commanding posture while Rautela, dressed in a crop top and skirt, dances around him. Some viewers felt the steps were not only awkward but also borderline offensive, calling the scene “disgusting” and “inappropriate.”
The Hypocrisy Debate
The controversy surrounding the song has also triggered a broader debate on the South vs Bollywood cinema, particularly in light of producer Naga Vamsi’s previous remarks criticizing Bollywood’s decline. Vamsi had made bold statements about how South films, particularly mass entertainers, were gaining dominance, calling out Bollywood’s loss of its “Midas touch.” However, netizens are now accusing him of hypocrisy, pointing out that such a cringeworthy song from a film produced by him goes against the very standards he had previously criticized in Bollywood. One user even commented that the choreography in Daaku Maharaj would be considered outrageous if it had been in a Bollywood film.
Reactions from Netizens
Social media has been abuzz with reactions to the song, with many expressing their displeasure. Some criticized the choice of choreography, questioning why such a sequence was allowed in the first place. Others found it unsettling to see a grown man dancing with someone who could be his daughter, raising concerns about the portrayal of relationships in Indian cinema.
One Twitter user remarked, “Imagine the outrage if this was a Bollywood song. What kind of choreography is this?” while another called it “absolutely disgusting.” Many also referred to the work of choreographer Sekhar Master, with some calling for his banning due to similar problematic dance sequences in other films.
Daaku Maharaj Set for Sankranti Release
Despite the backlash, Daaku Maharaj, which also stars Bobby Deol in his Telugu debut, is scheduled for release on January 12, 2025, during the Sankranti festival. While the film’s song has garnered negative attention, all eyes will be on its performance at the box office. It remains to be seen how the audience will react to the full film, which is expected to include a mix of mass action and drama elements.