Janhvi Kapoor hits like on video claiming Madhuri won award for ‘vulgar step’ while Sridevi ‘ignored’

Janhvi Kapoor is now involved in an unexpected online dispute. The Dhadak actress recently clicked the like button for an Instagram video that compared her late mother, the famous actress Sridevi, to Madhuri Dixit, a popular Bollywood icon, and social media users have quickly responded.

The video that went viral shows two performances side-by-side. On one side, Madhuri Dixit's famous dance from the movie "Beta" is playing, with text claiming she won the Filmfare Best Actress award for a "vulgar step" and "doing nothing." On the other side, Sridevi is shown in "Khuda Gawah," playing two roles. The text says she was "ignored" despite giving a "landmark performance" that was key to the film.

The fact that Janhvi liked the post hasn't been missed. A screenshot of her Instagram profile, showing she liked the reel, is now spreading quickly, especially on Reddit.

Many people online are accusing her of subtly criticizing Madhuri to promote her late mother's legacy. "She'll probably say it was the algorithm," one Reddit user wrote, referencing the recent issue with Virat Kohli and Tamannaah Bhatia, who said their Instagram accounts "accidentally liked" a reel with Avneet Kaur and Deepika Padukone.

Another user pointed out, "Performance matters more than just a dance. I absolutely admire Sridevi."

Janhvi Kapoor hasn't said anything about the viral post or whether she meant to like it. But, with screenshots everywhere and Reddit buzzing with theories, it's obvious that the internet isn't convinced by the "accidental like" excuse.

Janhvi Kapoor, attended the Cannes Film Festival 2025 for the premiere of 'Homebound,' had captivated audiences with her red-carpet appearances. First with her stunning blush-pink gown, jade dress, and vintage Dior ensemble and then Janhvi Kapoor raised the bar with her latest look: a sheer, white saree.

Janhvi earlier shared breathtaking photos from Cannes on her Instagram, showcasing her in a sheer, white saree that exuded an ethereal aura. She styled her hair in a neat bun and complemented the look with a vibrant purple and green necklace. Fans were quick to praise Janhvi's latest appearance, speculating whether it was a tribute to Sridevi's iconic white saree in 'Chandni.'