Netflix India has stirred up the holiday season with an unexpected gift: a quirky Christmas duet featuring Delhi socialite Shalini Passi and auto-tune sensation ‘Lord’ Darshan. The video has left netizens divided, unsure whether to laugh, cringe, or applaud the audacious collaboration.
A Surprise Collaboration
Shalini Passi, known for her eccentric style and bold presence on Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives, joined forces with Darshan Magdum, a viral sensation celebrated for his hilariously auto-tuned renditions of popular songs. On December 23, 2024, Netflix India unveiled this unique duet on their YouTube channel, with a teaser on Instagram captioned:
“The Shalini Passi & Lord Darshan in a duet makes for a fabulous life.”
In the music video, Shalini dazzled in a glittery blue jumpsuit paired with her signature high ponytail, while Darshan donned a metallic tuxedo and quirky sunglasses. Together, they delivered a song that, for better or worse, is hard to forget.
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Netizens React
Social media was ablaze with reactions, ranging from amused confusion to outright hilarity. Comments poured in, such as:
“Gonna tell my kids this was Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga.”
“The collab of 2024 we didn’t know we needed but got anyway!”
On Reddit, the track was humorously described as “Dhinchak Pooja meets Bhojpuri disco,” and fans noted how Shalini’s iconic line from her Netflix series, “The only reason I don’t hold grudges is because it affects my skin,” became the song’s catchy hook.
Pop Culture or Pure Cringe?
While the duet’s quality sparked debate, its impact on pop culture is undeniable. Some wondered if Netflix was experimenting with a new genre of ironic entertainment, with one user even suggesting the track deserved its own musical category.
Who is ‘Lord’ Darshan?
Darshan Magdum, better known as ‘Lord Darshan,’ is a social media creator famed for his comedic auto-tuned covers of global hits. His renditions of Hymn for the Weekend and Blinding Lights gained traction, even catching the attention of Bruno Mars. Pairing him with Shalini Passi for this duet was either a bold marketing move or a stroke of genius.
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