Hey, have you seen how the internet is blowing up over that Arjun Kapoor bike scene right now? It’s wild. Ahaan Panday’s new movie Saiyaara dropped this romantic bike moment that’s got everyone talking, but then fans dug up an old clip from Arjun’s film Tevar. Suddenly, it’s all comparisons, and a lot of people are team Arjun all the way.
If you’re not caught up, Saiyaara is Ahaan Panday’s debut flick, directed by Mohit Suri. It’s a love story with some heavy emotional beats, mixing elements from films like Aashiqui 2 and The Fault in Our Stars. The standout scene shows Ahaan tying his co-star Aneet Padda to himself with his overshirt while they’re on a bike. It’s cute, intense, and has that filmy charm that’s perfect for reels.
But here’s the twist. Back in 2015, Arjun Kapoor did something super similar in Tevar. In that movie, he ties Sonakshi Sinha to him with a scarf during a bike ride, pulling her close in this protective, romantic way. Tevar was an action-romance where Arjun played a tough guy falling for Sonakshi’s character. The film didn’t set the box office on fire, but moments like this stuck with fans.
When the Saiyaara trailer hit, netizens started sharing the Tevar clip side by side. And the reactions? Priceless. Many are calling Arjun “Lord Arjun” or “Baba,” saying his version had more swag and felt more real.
Why Fans Think Arjun Kapoor’s Bike Scene Wins
Look, both scenes are endearing in their own right. Ahaan’s is fresh and fits the young love vibe of Saiyaara. But fans point out that Arjun’s came first, a full 10 years ago, and he nailed the attitude. One X user posted a video from Tevar with the caption, “Lord Arjun Kapoor started the Saiyaara trend,” and it got hundreds of likes. Another said, “To be honest Arjun Kapoor was a decent actor… his career graph went down, but he acted well.”
Some even brought up an older reference from 3 Idiots, where Aamir Khan does a bike tie-up with Kareena Kapoor. But the direct parallel is with Tevar, and fans aren’t holding back. Comments like “Our Baba is a million times better than Ahaan Panday” are everywhere. It’s like the internet decided to give Arjun his flowers after all these years.
Not everyone’s on the same page, though. A few prefer Ahaan’s take, saying it created more impact and felt authentic. One fan wrote, “Ahaan made it look better… felt real.” Fair enough – tastes differ, and Ahaan is bringing that new-gen energy.
The Viral Impact and What It Means for Bollywood
This whole thing shows how Bollywood loves recycling tropes, but in a fun way. Bike scenes have been a staple forever, from action chases to romantic rides. Arjun’s moment in Tevar is now getting a second life, with clips racking up views on Instagram and X.
For Arjun, it’s a nice boost. He’s had ups and downs, but films like 2 States and his debut Ishaqzaade showed his talent. Fans reminiscing about that era is heartwarming. As for Ahaan, being compared to Arjun isn’t bad – it means his debut is making waves.
If you haven’t seen the clips, check them out. Here’s a link to the Hindustan Times article that breaks it down with the viral video: Lord Arjun: Before Ahaan Panday’s Saiyaara. And for more on the Saiyaara buzz, News18 has a good piece: Before Ahaan Panday’s Saiyaara.
Internally, if you’re into Bollywood throwbacks, read our post on Arjun Kapoor’s best movies or upcoming debuts like Ahaan Panday.
What do you think? Is Arjun’s version the original and best, or does Ahaan take the crown? Drop your thoughts – I’d love to hear.