“‘Why is everyone doing this?’: Janhvi Kapoor reacts as Khushi, Kareena, Ananya & others ride the 2016 wave

The internet seems to have collectively agreed on one thing lately: 2026 feels like the new 2016. From fashion throwbacks to blurry Snapchat filters, celebrities are digging into their archives and revisiting a year that now feels oddly distant and deeply personal. The latest to join this wave is Khushi Kapoor, and her post did not just spark nostalgia, but also earned a curious reaction from her sister, Janhvi Kapoor.

Khushi Kapoor’s 2016 throwback and Janhvi’s honest reaction

Khushi Kapoor shared a series of old photos and videos from 2016, calling that version of herself “way cooler.” The post had a relaxed, almost unbothered energy. Think casual poses, younger smiles, and moments frozen long before fame fully entered the picture. Some frames featured Khushi alone, while others captured her with Janhvi and close friends, making the dump feel personal rather than curated.

Janhvi Kapoor, clearly amused by the sudden flood of throwbacks online, dropped a comment that summed up what many were thinking. “Why is everyone doing this,” she wrote, keeping it light and playful. The reaction added a sibling touch to the post and quietly highlighted how widespread this trend has become.

Sonam Kapoor and Ananya Panday revisit a defining year

Before Khushi, Sonam Kapoor had already taken fans back to her own 2016 chapter. For Sonam, it was a landmark year both professionally and emotionally. She revisited the release of Neerja, one of the most praised performances of her career and more.

Ananya Panday’s 2016 memories came with a softer, more playful tone. Her post included childhood moments with Shah Rukh Khan’s son AbRam, tying rakhi to her cousin Ahaan Panday, school medals, early film dreams, and snapshots with Shanaya Kapoor and Suhana Khan.

Why 2016 still hits differently

This trend is more than just a scroll through old photos. It is about looking back at a time before careers took off, before social media pressure peaked, and before life became as fast as it is now. For Khushi, Sonam, and Ananya, 2016 represents innocence, ambition, and beginnings.