The internet’s latest controversy centers around the song Dabidi Dibidi from Nandamuri Balakrishna and Urvashi Rautela’s upcoming action thriller Daaku Maharaaj. Choreographed by Shekhar Master and composed by S. Thaman, the song has sparked outrage online due to its provocative dance moves and perceived lack of appropriateness.
What Happens in the Song?
The video opens with Balakrishna sitting regally in a blue shirt paired with an ornate jacket, brown pants, and sunglasses. Urvashi Rautela, dressed in a crop top and skirt, smiles as Balakrishna performs suggestive moves, including hitting her belly button to the beat and pulling her by her dress. During the chorus, Balakrishna taps Urvashi on her rear, eliciting a cheerful response from her character. Even Shekhar Master is seen enthusiastically applauding the actors’ actions.
Internet Reactions
Netizens have not held back their disapproval. One user on X commented, “Young Girl Dancing with His Grandfather!!” criticizing the stark age difference between Balakrishna, 64, and Urvashi, 30. Others slammed the choreography, with remarks like, “Worst Choreography… If you are a true well-wisher of NBK, please remove the song and reshoot.” Another critique noted the repeated casting of North Indian actresses in roles opposite older South Indian actors: “Always picking North Indian actresses for granddaughter roles.”
Adding to the discourse, some users referred to producer Naga Vamsi’s earlier statement about Bollywood’s limited appeal, saying, “Our ‘Bandra, Juhu’ directors don’t make this level of (poop emoji),” drawing a stark comparison between Bollywood and South Indian filmmakers’ approaches to pan-India films.
About the Film
Daaku Maharaaj, directed by Bobby Kolli, is set to hit theatres on January 12, 2025, aligning with Sankranti celebrations. The film features Balakrishna in a dacoit avatar, with Bobby Deol making his Telugu debut as the antagonist. Bobby Deol, who recently ventured into Tamil cinema with Kanguva opposite Suriya, is expected to deliver a powerful performance in this action-packed thriller.
