A dance sequence featuring Margot Robbie from the upcoming film Wuthering Heights, co-starring Jacob Elordi, has gone viral online, triggering widespread discussion across global audiences. The film, directed by Emerald Fennell, was released on February 13 and has already begun generating headlines for its bold creative approach.
In the now widely shared clip, Robbie—portraying Catherine Earnshaw—performs an expressive dance inspired by Kate Bush’s iconic “Wuthering Heights” music video, wearing flowing sleeves and a striking red skirt.
South Asian Parallels and Fan Reactions
The visual style and choreography quickly reminded many viewers of Kareena Kapoor’s memorable performance in the Bollywood film Jab We Met, long considered a cultural touchstone in South Asian cinema.
The resemblance sparked a wave of reactions online. While some fans celebrated the crossover moment as a rare cultural intersection, others criticised it as cultural borrowing. Social media posts with phrases such as “My culture is not your costume” and “Kareena did it first” began trending, reflecting divided opinions.
Homage or Imitation?
Supporters of the film argued that Robbie’s performance appeared to be more of an homage than an imitation, pointing to stylistic references rooted in Kate Bush’s original interpretation rather than South Asian cinema. Others, however, felt the similarities were too strong to ignore.
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The debate has also drawn attention to Fennell’s creative direction, which blends modern aesthetics with period elements, creating a tone quite different from Emily Brontë’s Gothic literary classic.
Cultural Convergence and Marketing Impact
Despite the controversy, the viral moment has connected audiences across continents, bringing Western Gothic storytelling and South Asian cinematic memory into the same conversation. Such cross-cultural dialogue is increasingly common in the digital era, where visual references travel rapidly and interpretations vary widely.
With the adaptation already attracting attention for its daring reinterpretation, Robbie’s dance sequence may serve both as a powerful marketing boost and a cultural flashpoint—highlighting how global audiences engage with art, identity, and inspiration in an interconnected world.
