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From Chunnari Chunnari, Sandese Aate Hain to Uncha Lamba Kad | Old songs, new hits: Bollywood debates the remix trend

From Chunnari Chunnari, Sandese Aate Hain to Uncha Lamba Kad | Old songs, new hits: Bollywood debates the remix trend

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From Chunnari Chunnari (Biwi No. 1, 1999) and Ramba Ho (Armaan, 1981) to Sandese Aate Hain (Border, 1997), Bollywood’s classics are finding a second life through remixes. Akshay Kumar in Uncha Lamba Kad’s recreation from Welcome to the Jungle; (inset) the original features Akshay with Katrina Kaif in Welcome (2007). Sushmita Sen and Salman Khan in Chunnari Chunnari from Biwi No.1 (1999); (inset) Varun Dhawan in the recreation from Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai and Diljit Dosanjh in Sandese Aate Hain from Border 2; (inset) a still from the original song in Border (1997) (Photos: X) As films such as the Dhurandhar franchise, Border 2, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai and the upcoming (Uncha Lamba Kad Forever) Welcome to the Jungle tap into nostalgia by remixing old songs, the trend is reigniting debate within the industry. Music composer Anu Malik, whose songs Chunnari Chunnari and Sandese Aate Hain feature in Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai and Border 2 respectively, says he has no objection to recreations, but wishes original creators were more closely involved …

Chunnari Chunnari is ‘not a remake’, new composers claim they’re paying ‘homage’ | Bollywood News

Chunnari Chunnari is ‘not a remake’, new composers claim they’re paying ‘homage’ | Bollywood News

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4 min readMumbaiJun 2, 2026 09:52 AM IST Few Bollywood songs have enjoyed the kind of enduring popularity that “Chunnari Chunnari” from Biwi No. 1 continues to command. Featuring Salman Khan and Sushmita Sen, the 1999 chartbuster remains a fan favourite even today. Amid the continued love for the original track, the makers of David Dhawan’s upcoming comedy Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, starring Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur, and Pooja Hegde, recently unveiled a revamped version titled “Chunnari Chunnari – Let’s Go,” which has led to many controversies. ‘Paying homage to the original’ As expected, the release sparked intense debate online, with many social media users criticising the new version and questioning the need to revisit a beloved classic. Amid the backlash, music composer duo Akshay and IP have now clarified that the track should not be viewed as a remake, but rather as a tribute to the original. Speaking to Zoom, Akshay said, “We have our own term for this, which is reimagination. It is actually paying homage to the original. This is …

Anu Malik backs Varun Dhawan’s ‘Chunnari Chunnari’ as Abhijeet dismisses it as a ‘bhajan’ | Bollywood News

Anu Malik backs Varun Dhawan’s ‘Chunnari Chunnari’ as Abhijeet dismisses it as a ‘bhajan’ | Bollywood News

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The recreated version of “Chunnari Chunnari” featuring Varun Dhawan has sparked mixed reactions online, with several social media users debating whether the iconic track needed a remake at all. Amid the ongoing discussion, the song’s composer Anu Malik has now reacted to the controversy and defended the timeless appeal of the song. His response is dramatically different to that of the song’s original singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya who believed the Varun Dhawan song is now sounding like a ‘bhajan’. Anu Malik shared a video on his Instagram and stated that “Chunnari Chunnari” was a superhit when it originally released and remains equally loved by audiences today. The composer suggested that the popularity of the song across generations proves its lasting impact in Bollywood music culture. He said on Instagram: “Chunnari Chunnari, Chunnari Chunnari. Guys, it’s been so long since I saw the song on a superstar on Varun Dhawan’s face. Earlier, this song was super hit when it came on Salman Khan. And Salman Khan took it to a different level. And today again, when I …

‘Vashu Bhagnani’s claims over Chunnari Chunnari malignant, vendetta’: Ramesh Taurani | Bollywood News

‘Vashu Bhagnani’s claims over Chunnari Chunnari malignant, vendetta’: Ramesh Taurani | Bollywood News

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4 min readMumbaiMay 27, 2026 02:31 PM IST A day after Ramesh Taurani’s Tips Industries Ltd released the recreated version of “Chunnari Chunnari” from David Dhawan’s upcoming romantic comedy Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, the film’s team has issued a statement claiming it has full rights over the song from Dhawan’s 1999 hit Biwi No 1, contrary to the “malignant” allegations by producer Vashu Bhagnani of Pooja Entertainment. What Taurani said On Wednesday, a statement attributed to Taurani, Tips, and the film’s team, was released. “Recently, a series of baseless allegations have been made against us by Mr. Vashu Bhagnani. It is amply clear to us that this is a smear campaign driven by personal vendetta, intended to derail the release of our film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai,” it stated. “Our association with Mr. Bhagnani dates back to 1995, when we generously offered him a 50 percent partnership and a producer credit on a project for which we had laid out all the ground work. Coolie No. 1 went on to become …

Anu Malik calls Varun Dhawan ‘superstar’, defends Chunnari Chunnari remake amid criticism: ‘I was jumping with joy’

Anu Malik calls Varun Dhawan ‘superstar’, defends Chunnari Chunnari remake amid criticism: ‘I was jumping with joy’

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Filmmaker David Dhawan and Varun Dhawan‘s upcoming movie Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai has grabbed attention online for its recent song, Chunnari Chunnari remake. The song has created a stir on social media, with many expressing disappointment over it and criticising the remix. Amid the criticism, Anu Malik, the music director of the original song, has defended the remake and heaped praise on Varun Dhawan. Anu Malik defends Chunnari Chunnari remake amid criticism. Anu Malik defends Chunnari Chunnari remake in Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai On Wednesday, Anu Malik took to Instagram and shared a video defending the Chunnari Chunnari remake version. He said, “Chunnari Chunnari, Chunnari Chunnari. Guys, itna acha laga bahut dino baad ek superstar, Varun Dhawan ke chehre pe yeh gana dekha (It’s was so good to see this song again on a superstar, Varun Dhawan’s face). Earlier, this song was a super hit when it came out with Salman Khan. And Salman Khan took it to a different level.” He added, “And today again, when I saw Varun, I …

Ramesh Taurani says Vashu Bhagnani is ‘spreading misinformation’ on Chunnari Chunnari: ‘We are the song’s lawful owners’

Ramesh Taurani says Vashu Bhagnani is ‘spreading misinformation’ on Chunnari Chunnari: ‘We are the song’s lawful owners’

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The ongoing tussle between Vashu Bhagnani’s Pooja Entertainment and Ramesh Taurani’s Tips over the remix of the song Chunnari Chunnari has taken a new turn. Taurani and the team of Hai Jawani To Ishq Hona Hai, the film in which the remix has been used, have broken their silence over Bhagnani’s claims that the remix violates his IP rights. Calling the allegations ‘baseless’, the team has issued a statement, accusing Bhagnani of ‘spreading misinformation’. Ramesh Taurani is the producer of Hai Jawani To Ishq Hona Hai. Hai Jawani To Ishq Hona Hai makers break silence on Vashu Bhagnani’s allegations In a statement, Taurani and the team stated, “Recently, a series of baseless allegations have been made against us by Mr Vashu Bhagnani. It is amply clear to us that this is a smear campaign driven by personal vendetta, intended to derail the release of our film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai.” The statement details Tips’ association with Bhagnani, which began with their 1995 film, Coolie No 1. “It went on to become a massive …

‘Varun Dhawan can’t become Salman’: Abhijeet Bhattacharya slams ‘Chunnari Chunnari’ remake | Bollywood News

‘Varun Dhawan can’t become Salman’: Abhijeet Bhattacharya slams ‘Chunnari Chunnari’ remake | Bollywood News

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4 min readHyderabadUpdated: May 27, 2026 10:26 AM IST Veteran playback singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya has strongly criticised the recreated version of his iconic 1999 song “Chunnari Chunnari” from Biwi No.1, accusing the makers of stripping the track of its original charm. The recreated song, featured in Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai starring Varun Dhawan, has also triggered mixed reactions online. On Tuesday, the makers of Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai put out the recreated version of “Chunnari Chunnari,” one of the most recognisable Hindi film songs of the late 1990s. Titled “Chunnari Chunnari: Let’s Go,” the track features Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur, and Pooja Hegde and has been arranged by Akshay Raheja and Abhishek Singh. The music video was choreographed by Remo D’Souza. Vocals for the new version were provided by IP Singh, Jonita Gandhi, Asees Kaur, Sudhir Yaduvanshi, and Anuradha Sriram, who had also sung in the original. Within hours of the song going live, public reaction was largely negative. Comments across social media accused the makers of stripping the song of …

Abhijeet Bhattacharya slams Varun Dhawan’s Chunnari Chunnari remake version: ‘Salman Khan nahi ban sakte…’

Abhijeet Bhattacharya slams Varun Dhawan’s Chunnari Chunnari remake version: ‘Salman Khan nahi ban sakte…’

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The recreated version of Chunnari Chunnari from Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, featuring Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde, has landed in the middle of a social media storm, with many viewers expressing disappointment over the remix of the iconic track. Adding fuel to the debate, original singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya has now openly criticised the recreated version, while also taking a swipe at Varun Dhawan for repeatedly banking on revamped versions of once-popular Bollywood hits. On Tuesday, the makers of Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai unveiled the new song Chunnari Chunnari from the film. Abhijeet Bhattacharya on Chunnari Chunnari In an interview with ANI, Abhijeet reacted to the recreated version of his iconic 1999 track Chunnari Chunnari in Varun Dhawan’s upcoming film. The original singer of the chartbuster from Biwi No. 1, starring Salman Khan, Karisma Kapoor, and Sushmita Sen, voiced his disappointment over the recreated version. “Yeh gaana Salman ki life ka biggest song tha. Jab aayi thi, tab se ab tak trending hai. Salman Khan ki life ka sabse bada …

Internet disappointed with Varun Dhawan’s Chunnari Chunnari remake: ‘Ruined another iconic song’

Internet disappointed with Varun Dhawan’s Chunnari Chunnari remake: ‘Ruined another iconic song’

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The makers have unveiled the new song Chunnari Chunnari from Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. It is an iconic song from the 1999 blockbuster Biwi No. 1 that featured actors Salman Khan and Sushmita Sen. The new song has been arranged by Akshay Raheja and Abhishek Singh while the music video has been choreographed by Remo D’souza. It features Varun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde, and Mrunal Thakur. Mrunal Thakur, Varun Dhawan and Pooja Hegde in a still from Chunnari Chunnari. How the internet reacted However, as soon as the song surfaced on social media, several users reacted to it and it was far away from flattering. One user said, “It must’ve been insanely hard to mess this up.” Another said, “Thanks for destroying the cult song. Not even 1% of the original.” A second user wrote, “Why do they have to butcher the OG songs always?” “This is bad on unfathomable levels,” read a comment. “What was the need to remake this original song? What do they even gain by doing all this? On YouTube, …

Hai Jawani toh Ishq Hona Hai: Varun, Pooja, Mrunal remake Chunnari Chunnari; fans say ‘don’t ruin it’ under leaked clip

Hai Jawani toh Ishq Hona Hai: Varun, Pooja, Mrunal remake Chunnari Chunnari; fans say ‘don’t ruin it’ under leaked clip

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May 24, 2025 07:01 PM IST Remember Salman Khan-Sushmita Sen’s iconic Chunnari Chunnari? Well, it is being remade. Here’s a leaked clip from Varun Dhawan’s Hai Jawani toh Ishq Hona Hai Varun Dhawan has dabbled in several genres in his acting career, which began over a decade ago. But comedy is one talent which comes naturally to him, much like his director father David Dhawan. So when it was announced that the father-son duo are reuniting for their fourth comedy film, expectations were definitely high. Just yesterday, Varun announced the name of their upcoming project, which also stars Pooja Hegde and Mrunal Thakur. He shared, “Double the trouble, triple the fun! Jab…’Hai Jawani toh Ishq Hona Hai’ hits cinemas on 10th April 2026.” The title Hai Jawani toh Ishq Hona Hai is inspired by a song from David’s 1999 film Biwi No.1. But that’s not the only common thing between the two films. Varun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde, Mrunal Thakur dancing to Chunnari Chunnari Recently a video of lead stars Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur and Pooja …