Kartik Aaryan under fire for ‘ruining’ iconic Saat Samundar vibes in Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri

As Bollywood gears up for the Christmas 2025 release of Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, starring Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday, anticipation has been high among romance-film lovers. Slated to hit theaters on December 25, 2025, the rom-com’s teasers, trailer, and music have generally garnered positive buzz, with audiences keen on a fresh, light-hearted love story this festive season. However, one promotional song release has flipped that excitement into online outrage.

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Controversy over Saat Samundar Paar

The buzz began when the makers unveiled a recreated version of the 1990s hit Saat Samundar Paar as part of the film’s soundtrack. Originally a high-energy anthem from the 1992 film Vishwatma, the song is considered a cult classic and is deeply tied to nostalgia for many fans.

Beyond just audience sentiment, the track has also sparked a legal dispute: Trimurti Films, which owns the rights to the original, has filed a copyright complaint in the Bombay High Court against the film’s producers, including Dharma Productions and music label Saregama, alleging unauthorized use of the classic song.

Netizens Lash Out, Kartik at The Center

Once the 2.0 version dropped, the internet exploded. Social media users slammed the rendition for stripping away the original’s infectious energy.

One user wrote, “Poore gaane ka satyanaash kar diya — they ruined the whole song.” (sic)

Another wrote, “Another childhood banger ruined by Bollywood.” (sic)

“Stop this nonsense, Bollywood music has just died today,” wrote a third user. (sic)

Many fans argued the slower, softer arrangement failed to capture the vibrant ’90s disco vibe that made Saat Samundar Paar iconic, with some saying remaking such classics was simply unnecessary.

Although Quick Style, the renowned Norwegian dance group, was featured in the new video to bring a global touch, this didn’t quell criticism.

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Koki’s unusually slow, restrained dance moves in Saat Samundar 2.0 left netizens unimpressed, with many calling his performance “lifeless” and “awkward,” accusing him of draining the iconic song’s energetic, celebratory vibe.

Nostalgia Ruined! 

For many fans, nostalgia isn’t just about music, it’s tied to emotions and memories of an era. The online uproar surrounding Kartik Aaryan’s version highlights how sensitive audiences can be when beloved classics are reimagined. Whether the controversy will impact the overall reception of Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri post-release remains to be seen, but one thing is clear, not all remixes are met with festive cheer.