The universal language of Bollywood music has once again bridged cultures, this time creating a joyful moment in China that has captured the imagination of the internet. A viral video featuring a Chinese man dancing with unrestrained enthusiasm to the popular track 'Aankhein Khuli' from the film 'Mohabbatein' has become a sensation, proving the timeless appeal of Shah Rukh Khan's star power.
Chinese Fan's Energetic Performance Goes Viral
The now-famous Instagram clip shows a man dressed entirely in black, initially relaxing with friends over food and drinks. The calm atmosphere transforms instantly as the familiar, upbeat remix of 'Aankhein Khuli' begins to play. The song, originally filmed on a star-studded cast including Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai, Uday Chopra, and Jugal Hansraj, was released back in 2000 with the movie 'Mohabbatein'.
As the music starts, the man immediately jumps to his feet. He begins singing the lyrics in broken Hindi and launches into a dance performance filled with pure joy. His execution of the hook steps is surprisingly accurate, closely mirroring the original choreography. His facial expressions perfectly match the rhythm of the song, and his confidence is palpable. His friends are seen in the background, cheering him on with loud claps and laughter, adding to the infectious energy of the moment.
The video was aptly captioned, "Day by day this song (emoji showing growing trend) in China," followed by a laughing face and a Chinese flag, hinting at the track's rising popularity in the region.
Social Media Erupts with Positive Reactions
The heartwarming clip quickly spread across various social media platforms, where it was met with an outpouring of affection and praise. Viewers were particularly charmed by the man's natural talent and spirited performance.
One social media user expressed their delight, writing, "That was so adorable to see uhh dance in an Indian song. God bless you." Another comment highlighted his skill, noting, "That step and lip-syncing on tu-ruru-ru-ru was so good." A third user succinctly praised, "My man got some moves."
Beyond the immediate reactions, many comments provided context, explaining the song's long-standing popularity in China. One viewer revealed, "It has always been popular in China. The most popular Indian song. It even has a Chinese version. SRK (crown emoji)."
Another user shared a personal observation, stating, "This is literally the case that I observed in my last visit to China! I don't know who made this song popular recently there but even people in small towns have vibed on this song!" This sentiment was echoed by others, with one person commenting, "Even China can’t resist SRK’s charm," and another sharing, "This song has been popular in China for decades I even grow up knowing how to sing it. It recently just became viral again on Chinese social media."
This viral moment serves as a powerful reminder of Bollywood's far-reaching cultural impact. Even more than two decades after its release, the music from 'Mohabbatein' continues to create new memories and connect hearts across international borders, proving that a great melody and an infectious rhythm know no boundaries.
