People often say that fashion goes in cycles, but not every tribute hits the mark. This was true for Bollywood star Disha Patani, whose recent look at the launch of the 2nd edition of MAMI Select received more laughs than praise. The main critic? The anonymous fashion guru of Instagram, Diet Sabya.

Disha Patani embodies the spirit of the Dhak Dhak girl

Remember the song "Dhak Dhak Karne Laga"? That’s when Madhuri Dixit shot to fame and earned the title of the country’s official Dhak Dhak girl. Her striking orange saree, with the front pallu, a conical halter-neck blouse, and the low-slung draping that showcased her midriff and curves, became iconic at a time when sensuality was often kept under wraps.

Fast forward to today, and Disha is channeling that same sultry energy in a dazzling orange outfit that clearly pays homage to Madhuri's legendary "Dhak Dhak" style. She wore a full-sleeved embroidered orange blouse with a flattering sweetheart neckline, paired with a matching saree that highlighted her midriff and curves, complete with a low-slung drape for that extra flair.

Disha let her beautiful hair flow down her back and finished off her look with heels, keeping accessories minimal with just a pair of earrings. Her dewy makeup was designed to let her outfit shine, but the response was anything but nostalgic. While some fans viewed it as a daring tribute to Madhuri's classic look, Diet Sabya had a different take altogether.

Diet Sabya calls out Disha Patani's throwback outfit from Bollywood

In a straightforward critique, the account stated, “Some tributes are better off staying in the past. In the world of Dishafication™, that iconic Dhak Dhak outfit just doesn’t cut it. It’s a definite NO. This isn’t about paying tribute or nostalgia — it’s just a diluted repeat (and honestly, it looks cheap on her?) that lacks Madhuri’s original allure. Moving on!”

The term “Dishafication™” suggests Disha's unique sexy vibe, but Diet Sabya's critique seems to focus more on the challenge of replicating iconic Bollywood fashion without diluting its essence. In this instance, Madhuri’s original charm is simply irreplaceable, and social media reactions from fashion fans were quite varied.

While some users supported Diet Sabya’s viewpoint, others stood up for Disha’s freedom to give classic styles a fresh twist. One thing is clear: if you're attempting to channel an icon like Madhuri in that gold outfit, you need to bring more than just sparkle and skin. Fashion tributes can easily tiptoe between homage and costume, and with the sassiest critic in the industry weighing in, that line just got a lot more defined.

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