Janhvi Kapoor Joins Viral 2016 Trend, Shares Selfies And “Cringe” Clips. See Pics, Videos
Janhvi Kapoor jumped on the 2016 throwback trend with cringe old videos and glam “almost 2026” selfies.
Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor has officially joined the viral throwback social media wave sweeping through early 2026: the "2026 is the New 2016" trend. Taking to Instagram, the ‘Param Sundari’ actress treated her millions of followers to a digital time capsule, blending hilariously candid throwbacks from a decade ago with high-glam, unreleased “almost 2026” selfies. Janhvi Kapoor humorously captioned the post, “Only found 3 very cringe videos from 2016 so here's that and some almost 2026 selfies that missed the cut too late to the trend?”
Check out Janhvi Kapoor’s Instagram post below:
The highlight of the dump for many fans was the trio of videos that captured Janhvi in her pre-debut days. The first video featured a younger Janhvi practicing a graceful Kathak routine to the soulful ‘Mohe Rang Do Laal’ from ‘Bajirao Mastani’. Dressed in a simple white and pink printed kurta, her dedication to the classical dance form was evident, even as she now labelled it “cringe”. Her cousin sister, Rhea Kapoor, playfully trolled the performance in the comments, stating, “the kathak video has sent me to mars.”
The second video showcased a sweet family moment featuring her father, Boney Kapoor, relaxing on a white tufted sofa with their pet dog. Rounding out the throwbacks was a glimpse into Janhvi's relatable side, showing her performing an impromptu, energetic dance in a room.
While the 2016 videos were about raw nostalgia, the “almost 2026” photos showcased Janhvi's evolution into a fashion icon. The set included a stunning car selfie featuring Janhvi in a heavily embellished gold and beige outfit, complete with a traditional bindi and striking kohl-rimmed eyes.
Several film-style polaroid frames captured Janhvi in a chic black mini-dress layered under a voluminous faux-fur coat, accessorised with dark sunglasses and a mini designer handbag. A candid shot from the makeup chair highlighted her sharp winged eyeliner and sleek hairstyle mid-process.
Even in her downtime, Janhvi Kapoor stayed on trend, sharing a close-up in a grey Nike sweatshirt and a pouting selfie while wearing round, wire-framed glasses.
No dump would be complete without friends. The post featured multiple Polaroid strips showing Janhvi alongside her friends. The trio was seen posing playfully in shimmering party attire, highlighting the close bond Janhvi shares with her friends.
Despite her worries about being “too late” to the trend, the post has already become a viral sensation, with Orry commenting, "Beauty," and fans praising her for her authenticity.
