The internet has been abuzz with allegations of plagiarism against the makers of Varun Dhawan’s upcoming film, ‘Baby John’. The recent release of the film’s taster cut and accompanying posters has sparked controversy, with many netizens pointing out striking similarities to the poster of Rajinikanth’s recently released film, ‘Vettaiyan’.
Watch – Varun Dhawan’s ‘Baby John’ teaser
The poster of ‘Baby John’ features Varun Dhawan in a dynamic pose, with a backdrop that bears a striking resemblance to the poster of ‘Vettaiyan’.
The positioning of the characters and the overall aesthetic of the two posters have raised eyebrows and fueled accusations of plagiarism.
Are Baby John’s and Vettaiyan’s posters similar?
Social media platforms, particularly X, have been flooded with posts highlighting the similarities. Users have shared side-by-side comparisons of the two posters, inviting discussions and debates.
About Baby John:
‘Baby John’, directed by Kalees, is a Hindi adaptation of Atlee’s Tamil film, ‘Theri’. The film boasts a star-studded cast including Keerthy Suresh, Wamiqa Gabbi, and Jackie Shroff. The technical team comprises renowned names like composer Thaman S, cinematographer Kiran Koushik, and editor Ruben.
About Vettaiyan:
‘Vettaiyan’, directed by TJ Gnanavel, is a political thriller featuring an ensemble cast including Rajinikanth, Amitabh Bachchan, Rana Daggubati, Fahadh Faasil, and Manju Warrier. The film received mixed reviews but performed well at the box office.
As the release date of ‘Baby John’ (December 25) approaches, the controversy surrounding the poster plagiarism allegations continues to gain traction. It remains to be seen how the makers of the film will address these concerns and whether the controversy will impact the film’s box office performance.
