'Bijuria' is Back! Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor's Party Song Divides the Internet!

Bollywood's love affair with recreating classic hits is a trend that continues to dominate the music scene, and the latest addition to this list is the iconic 1999 track "Bijuria." Featured in the upcoming film Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, the new rendition, featuring Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor, has stirred up a storm of reactions online. As the song drops, fans and critics are weighing in on whether this modernized party number lives up to the nostalgia of the original.

A Nostalgic Throwback with a Modern Twist

The original "Bijuria," sung by the legendary Sonu Nigam, was a chartbuster from his album Mausam. It became an anthem for a generation, known for its unique tune and Nigam's powerful vocals. The remake for Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari aims to bring that same energy to a new audience, with Tanishk Bagchi reimagining the music and Varun and Janhvi taking center stage.

The song’s teaser and subsequent release have sparked a mix of excitement and skepticism. Many netizens expressed their happiness at hearing Sonu Nigam's voice once again on a new track, highlighting that his enduring appeal is a major draw. A social media post featuring Varun Dhawan and Sonu Nigam grooving to the song's hookstep went viral, with fans praising the collaboration and giving a thumbs-up to the singer who, despite being over 50, "is still ruling hearts."

Netizens' Divided Opinions on the Remake

While the return of Sonu Nigam's voice is widely celebrated, the reception for the overall song and the lead pair's performance has been more varied.

• Praise for Varun & Janhvi's Energy: Fans have lauded the on-screen chemistry and electrifying energy of Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor. Their dance moves, choreographed by Piyush Bhagat and Shazia Samji, have been called "fabulous" and "fire" by many. The duo's magnetic stage presence is seen as a strong point of the new track, making it a potential dance floor hit.
• The "Original is Gold" Sentiment: However, a significant portion of the audience remains unconvinced. The classic "remake vs. original" debate is in full swing, with many expressing that the new version lacks the soul of the 1999 hit. Comments on social media platforms highlight a sense of disappointment, with some users stating that Bollywood's over-reliance on old hits shows a lack of creativity. "Why can't they make simple songs which are shot like a daily life sequence which can also be romantic?" one Reddit user questioned.
• Janhvi Kapoor's Performance Under Scrutiny: Janhvi Kapoor's acting and on-screen presence have also come under criticism. Some netizens feel that her expressions and overall performance in the song are generic, with a few even suggesting that a "talent black hole is being shoved down our throats." This sentiment reflects a recurring complaint about a lack of originality in her roles and a desire to see her in more diverse characters.

The Verdict: A Mixed Bag

The "Bijuria" remake from Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari is a textbook example of a Bollywood recreation. It successfully leverages nostalgia by retaining Sonu Nigam's voice, which is a major positive. At the same time, it updates the sound and visuals to cater to modern audiences, with Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor delivering a high-energy performance.

However, the song highlights a broader concern among audiences about the lack of original content in Bollywood music. While it might be a hit at parties and get a lot of online traction, its ability to leave a lasting impression like its predecessor remains to be seen. The success of the film's music will ultimately depend on whether it can win over the skeptical segment of the audience that craves genuine artistry over recycled nostalgia.

Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, directed by Shashank Khaitan and starring Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Sanya Malhotra, and Rohit Saraf, is set to release on October 2, 2025.

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— Isha (@_precious_bean_) September 3, 2025

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Don't let negativity of few win, requests Anupam Kher to Sonu Nigam!

After Sonu Nigam quit Twitter, veteran actor Anupam Kher requested the singer not to get affected by the negativity of a few people.

"Dear Sonu Nigam! You are a self-made man. Courageous, original, inspirational, successful and a fighter. Don't let negativity of few win," Anupam posted. 

Nigam on Wednesday quit Twitter advising all "logical and sensible patriots" to do the same. His decision was triggered by the suspension of singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya's account on the micro-blogging site for his offensive tweets.

In a string of 24 posts, Nigam explained on why he was quitting Twitter and other issues.

Sonu Nigam becomes bald to reply Maulavi's challenge!

Singer Sonu Nigam literally took everybody by surprise after he pronounced on Twitter that he will be going bald this afternoon.

Well, this shocking pronouncement came after the Vice President of the West Bengal Minority United Council issued a fatwa against Sonu over his statement against the use of loudspeakers for azaan and forced religiousness. "If anyone can shave his hair, put a garland of old torn shoes around his neck and tour him around the country I personally announce an award of Rs 10 lakh for that person," told the Maulavi.

Replying to this Sonu today posted, "Today at 2 pm Aalim will come to my place, and shave my head. Keep your 10 lakhs ready Maulavi." 

The news indeed came as a mild shock to numerous, but, keeping his words, Sonu literally shaved his head turning bald.

While speaking to the press outside his residence, Sonu told, "I want to say this once again, what Aalim bhai is doing is not some agitation. Don't feature it like that. Don't portray it like a challenge. This is not some challenge. This is to tell you that baal kaatne wala Musalmaan hai aur jiske baal katwane ka fatwa diya gaya hai woh Hindu hai. There is no animosity. I'm not cutting my hair against my will. I'm telling my Musalmaan bhai to cut my hair. If we interpret the talk of fatwa with love and if you'll understand what I have said then that is wonderful."

Further, he also spoke about people dancing and drinking in the name of religion and explained that this was not against any one religion. 

This all began after Sonu voiced out his frustration on Twitter after the morning azaan disturbed his sleep forcing him to wake up. Since then, the singer has been receiving a lot of criticism from all the sides, but, he continued to maintain his stand.

Sachin Tendulkar’s new singing innings with Sonu Nigam!

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, who has had an excellent cricketing career, bid an adieu to the gentleman's game in November 2013 rendering us all saddened. 

But, the God is back and this time as a singer. Tendulkar collaborated with first-rate singer Sonu Nigam for a song based on cricket. The track by the name 'Cricket Wali Beat' was premiered on the grand finale of a TV reality show. 

The lyrics of the song is quite quirky and captured the true madness of the game. For instance, the lyrics tells,"Gend aayi, bala ghuma, mara chaka, Sachin, Sachin… nacho nacho sab cricket wali beat pe." Funny isn't it?

Lauding Sachin's singing skills, Sonu told, "I am glad to be part of Sachin's new innings. The song that he has sung with me is called 'Cricket Wali Beat'. I was very surprised to see the way he was pitching right. That's why I believe that when God blesses someone with genius, it spills in other faculties too."

He further added, "He is a very good singer. We did not use pitch corrector on his voice as he was singing in the right sur (tone) and (despite being) the shy person that he is, he got extremely comfortable the moment I kind of increased the masti (fun) quotient while we were shooting the video. It was wonderful and I am very happy that people are loving the song."

Sonu was all admirations for the legend as he called Sachin a phenomenon not just in India but for the world as well. "When he is given the title of god, it's not just by chance. His whole demeanor, whole career, entire reputation and the spotless career that he has had, is the reason why he is called the God of cricket," Sonu declared.

Magnum opus Baahubali singer L Revanth’s entry in the Top 12 contestants of Indian Idol!

TV show Indian Idol 9 began with a bang when the judges of season one - Anu Malik, Farah Khan and Sonu Nigam teamed up once more. In the first week itself, we saw a big astonishment when one of the singers from the Telugu version of the work of genius Baahubali auditioned for the show.

Named LV Revanth Kumar, the gifted singer has sung more than 200 songs in Tollywood and wants to make it big in Bollywood too. He auditioned for the show so that the Indian Idol platform will help venture into the world of Bollywood. During the first round itself, Revanth mesmerized the judges and won the ticket to Mumbai.

Now, we have reports that state, the Manohari singer has made it to the Top 12 contestants of the singing reality show. Speaking about it, a source from the set specified, "Revanth's energy in the audition round has left everyone stunned. He is aiming at winning viewer’s hearts and wants to win the competition."

An adored singing reality show Indian Idol with super judges Farah Khan & Sonu Nigam!

One of the most adored singing reality show is Indian Idol. The show that was begun in 2005, still rules the minds of people. Now, the new season of Indian Idol is all set to begin soon and the auditions will begin.

Lately, Farah Khan who was one of the judges along with Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam in the early episodes of the show, shared a picture on Instagram wherein she is seen posing with Sonu Nigam. she captioned it as, "N the originals r bk#indianidol9 the show that changed television in India." Farah will be joining Anu and Sonu on the judge's panel to judge the new season. The first Indian Idol was Abhijeet Sawant.

Irresponsible remarks by filmmakers and self-important seeking singers, reacts Karan Johar! Know why?

Filmmaker Karan Johar is overjoyed with the response he has been getting for his film. But, the controversies surrounding Ae Dil Hai Mushkil refuse to die down. The latest one being the Mohammad Rafi remark in the film, which has upset the late singer's family and fans. 

Lately, when Sonu Nigam was questioned about this issue, he had told, "I do not wish to comment on the issue but the person who made the movie should consider if he is OK making fun of his own father in the same way then they could go ahead and make fun of legends."

When filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra was asked about this, he told, "I have not seen the movie and I have no plans to. I am not interested in watching it anytime." He then went on to applause the movie Ventilator, which he had just watched. He told, "I just watched this movie and if you watch it, you will forget about all other movies and their controversies. This is good cinema."

Well, it seems Karan Johar could not take any more of his colleagues' mean remarks as he posted, "Filmmakers making irresponsible remarks at events..singers revelling in self importance...press releases sent to mask insecurities! Ufff...."

Reunion of Farah, Sonu & Anu on Indian Idol season 7!

An Indian Idol which was aired first in the year 2004. People were stuck to their television sets to watch the singing reality show and vote for their favourite participants. The judges of the first season were Anu Malik, Sonu Nigam and Farah Khan and audiences loved their friendship and the fun they had while shooting for the show.

Now, the show is set to back with season seven and Sonu has been roped in as one of the judges along with Anu. Now, as per a famous tabloid, even Farah will be joining Anu and Sonu which will mark the meeting of the season one judges.

A source revealed, "The idea was to bring back the original trio. Farah is a connoisseur of good music and her films have had chartbuster songs."

Farah, who has been regular in judging reality shows on television, is currently on Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa.

Sonu Nigam and Shaan’s sign of respect for their Guru Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan on song 'Maula'!

Forthcoming dramatic thriller 31st October starring Vir Das and Soha Ali Khan, marks the comeback of legendary singer Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan, who has lent his voice to the song titled Maula in the movie.

For the information, Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan is known for having trained several noted playback and classical singers including Asha Bhosle, Geeta Dutt, Hariharan, Sonu Nigam, Shaan, Alisha Chinai and A.R Rahman among several others and his two pupils took to their Twitter pages to gush about their Guru and his song.

Taking to his Twitter page, Sonu posted, “Greatness stands by the Greats, long after their youth gives up. Long live My Guru, Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan saheb.” On his aprt, Shaan posted, “Maula' a Divine song by Padma Bhushan Ustaad Ghulam Mustafa Khan, in the film 31st October'.”

'Maula', which is a tribute to the Almighty and humanity, is quite melodious and moving and is already capturing the attention of everybody. The number has been composed by Vijay Verma and penned by Moazzam Azm.

Produced by writer-producer Harry Sachdeva and Magical Dreams Productions Pvt Ltd, co-produced by Anand Prakash, directed by National award winner Shivaji Lotan Patil, and released by Panorama Studios, 31st October, which is slated to release on October 7,  is a glimpse into the  controversial dark chapter of India's History.

Sonu Nigam sang 25 songs in 3 hours for a video!

Earlier, we had informed about how Sonu Nigam camouflaged himself as a beggar and sang with an old harmonium on the streets of Juhu for a social experiment video, which went viral.

Now, we have learned that Nigam, who sportingly agreed to be a part of this experiment, sang 25 songs in three hours flat! In a statement, Sonu told, ''What you guys saw, was a very short clip. At every spot, I sang for one hour each. One hour behind Chandan, then one hour in front of Chandan, one hour at Four Bungalows. So, it wasn't easy, sitting in the sun, in the dust, and I sang a varied range of songs; you just heard two. I might have sung at least 25 songs.''

The video has gone viral on social media, collecting 3.5 million views already on YouTube in less than a week's time! In a previously statement, Nigam had told, ''I went (on to do this video) without any expectations, totally bereft of any awkwardness for the way I was looking and what I was about to subject myself to. For the first time, I was not me. The make-up was so good and authentic that people standing so close to me, couldn't recognize."

Sonu Nigam sang on streets of Mumbai for hours in as beggar dress!

Singer Sonu Nigam, who has been wowing his devotees since the past many years, is simply recognizable with his boyish looks, but even his passionate fans failed to recognize him when he went undercover as an old beggar and crooned on the streets of the city yesterday!

As part of a web video and a social experiment, Sonu disguised himself as an old beggar and sang on a street in Juhu with an old harmonium for a few hours and got away with it without causing a chaos. Confirming the news, Nigam told in a statement, ''I went (on to do this video) without any expectations, totally bereft of any awkwardness for the way I was looking and what I was about to subject myself to. For the first time, I was not me. The make-up was so good and authentic that people standing so close to me, couldn't recognize."

Sonu further revealed that the musical instrument was the same one that his parents bought when he was born.

Singer Sonu Nigam to be waxed at Madame Tussauds!

Bollywood singer Sonu Nigam, who has captivated music lovers with his soulful voice over the years, will now get immortalized at the Madame Tussauds wax museum.

A source close to the singer has disclosed that he was approached last December and that the officials from the museum will arrive in a month to take his measurements.

Reacting to the news Sonu posted on Twitter, “Regarding the Major News of the Day, please wait for the Official release from Madam Tussauds. Love and Grace.”

Once his wax statue gets installed, Sonu will join the likes of Amitabh Bachchan, Katrina Kaif, Hrithik Roshan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan and Madhuri Dixit Nene.