New Delhi, Dec. 18 -- Singer Neha Kakkar has landed in the middle of a social media storm following the release of her latest song Candy Shop. The track, which features her brother Tony Kakkar, has drawn sharp criticism online, with several users accusing it of copying K-pop aesthetics and labelling it a "cheap imitation" of global pop acts, particularly BLACKPINK.

Released on 15 December, Candy Shop marks yet another collaboration between the Kakkar siblings. However, soon after its release, the song began trending for the wrong reasons. Viewers took issue with its lyrics, choreography and styling, with many describing the track as "cringe", "vulgar" and an unsuccessful attempt to mimic international pop trends.

Several users specifica...