Varun Dhawan Confident About Box Office Clash Between ‘Sunny Sanskari’ and ‘Kantara’

Actor Varun Dhawan expressed confidence in the potential of his upcoming romantic comedy Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, set to release on October 2, despite a box office clash with the highly anticipated Kantara: Chapter 1.

Speaking at the India Today Conclave, Dhawan highlighted the distinct appeal of both films, emphasising that there is “space for all kinds of films” in the market. Kantara: Chapter 1, a prequel to Rishab Shetty’s 2022 National Award-winning Kannada film, is expected to draw significant attention, while Sunny Sanskari aims to captivate audiences with its light-hearted narrative.

Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, produced by Dharma Productions, stars Dhawan alongside Janhvi Kapoor, Sanya Malhotra, and Rohit Saraf. The film, directed by Shashank Khaitan, revolves around two former lovers navigating humorous mix-ups as they attempt to rekindle their romance, only to encounter unexpected twists.

Dhawan described the film as a “happy-go-lucky” experience designed to uplift audiences. “We don’t promise to change your life, but we promise to change your mood,” he said, noting the positive response to the film’s trailer and its alignment with the festive spirit of Dussehra and Gandhi Jayanti on October 2.

Dhawan praised his co-stars, calling Malhotra and Kapoor “rockstars” for their recent achievements. Malhotra has been part of National Award-winning films like Jawan, Sam Bahadur, and Kathal, while Kapoor’s Homebound is India’s Oscar entry. Both actresses lauded Dhawan’s supportive nature on set. Malhotra appreciated his guidance during the filming of a grand song sequence, while Kapoor, who previously worked with Dhawan in Bawaal (2023), described him as a “guiding light” who fosters collaboration and equality among the cast and crew.

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The release date, chosen by Dharma Productions, capitalises on the extended holiday weekend, with Dhawan estimating a potential ₹70 crore business for Hindi films alone. As both Sunny Sanskari and Kantara: Chapter 1 vie for audience attention, Dhawan’s optimism underscores the diversity of Indian cinema, catering to varied tastes with room for both a cultural epic and a feel-good comedy to coexist successfully.

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