The North News
Chandigarh , June 19
Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday, one of Bollywood’s most talked-about on-screen pairs, are currently in Croatia shooting for their upcoming film Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri. While their pairing has already caught attention, their recent behind-the-scenes pictures have sparked an unexpected reaction from the netizens. What started as a series of casual, fun banter soon became the subject of intense debate.
In one of the latest posts, Kartik shared a playful video of him and Ananya dancing together to their favorite track, Dheeme Dheeme, marking the wrap of her schedule. The heartwarming video was met with praise, with fans commenting on their adorable camaraderie. But it wasn’t long before a new set of pictures from the set stirred things up.
These photos show Kartik sporting spiky hair and classic aviators, while Ananya goes for a bold, eye-catching neon pink look, accentuated by feather earrings and honey blonde highlights. The two appear to have spent some time under the sun, with their bronzed skin contrasting against the vibrant backdrop. At first glance, they look like the perfect picture of a stylish duo enjoying their time on set. However, the internet had other ideas.
Some fans took issue with the duo’s aesthetic, drawing immediate comparisons to the famous former couple, Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone. In an age where celebrity looks are often dissected to the finest detail, the “Ranbir-Deepika Lite” label soon began to surface. The term quickly became a talking point on social media, with many commenting that Ananya and Kartik’s looks were “wannabe” versions of the popular stars, while others mocked the resemblance with comments like “cheap knockoff Ranveer-Deepika.”
The most intriguing part of this digital frenzy is how Ananya has been caught in the crosshairs of a comparison with Deepika. Her bronzed skin and sun-kissed blonde highlights were likened to Deepika’s bold look in Pathaan and Fighter. A number of netizens even dubbed it the “deepikafication” of Ananya, noting how her appearance seemed to channel the style and poise of the iconic actress.
What’s interesting here is how online discourse can take a playful moment and transform it into something else entirely. While some have critiqued their looks, others have jumped to defend the pair, pointing out that they’re simply having fun and embracing their style choices.
In any case, the reactions are a testament to the immense curiosity surrounding the duo, and the film is bound to keep this buzz alive as we approach its release. Directed by Sameer Vidwans, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri is slated to hit theaters on February 13, 2026, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Whether it’s praise or criticism, the eyes of the industry will surely be on Kartik and Ananya as they continue to carve their own space in Bollywood.
