Actor Jaideep Ahlawat, best known for his intense and layered performances, surprised fans with his stylish dance moves in the viral track ‘Jaadu’ from the upcoming Netflix film Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins. The peppy number quickly took over the internet, introducing Jaideep in a never-seen-before ‘King of Crime’ avatar. Now, the actor has opened up about what unfolded after the song’s explosion across social media.
In a recent interview with The Hindu, Jaideep shared a humorous and relatable anecdote—his phone’s display gave up on the same day the song went viral. “By the time the phone returned from the service center, the clips had blown up. I had close to 1,000 messages on Instagram,” he revealed. The outpouring of love and surprise from fans left the actor both amused and grateful.
The music video for Jaadu also features Saif Ali Khan as the ‘Mastermind’, Nikita Dutta as the ‘Dreamer at Heart’, and Kunal Kapoor as the ‘Relentless Cop’, each exuding a unique flair. Saif and Nikita’s sizzling chemistry lit up the screen, while Jaideep’s unexpected dance breakout turned into one of the film’s standout moments.
Jaadu is sung by Raghav Chaitanya, with music composed by OAFF and Savera, and lyrics penned by Kumaar. The track blends a catchy beat with stylish visuals and high-energy choreography, helping it dominate reels and playlists.
Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins marks the OTT debut of producer Siddharth Anand and is directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal. The thriller follows a high-stakes diamond heist that spirals into chaos, betrayal, and unexpected alliances. With a gripping trailer and now a viral song under its belt, the film is already high on audience anticipation.