Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari Review: As soon as you hear a title as long as Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, you already have an idea that Dharma Productions must be behind it. Helmed by Shashank Khaitan, the same man who brought us Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania, Badrinath Ki Dulhania, and Dhadak, this is billed as a romantic comedy with Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Sanya Malhotra, and Rohit Saraf in the lead.
But here’s the thing, before we get to the review: every film has a mission. Action movies sell you adrenaline, horror movies make you shudder, and rom-coms? They’re programmed to provide you with a feel-good experience, something easy, lighthearted, and emotional. So the question is: does Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari fulfill that mission?
My Rating: 2.5/5
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari |
| Director | Shashank Khaitan |
| Production House | Dharma Productions |
| Genre | Romantic Comedy (Rom-Com) |
| Cast | Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Sanya Malhotra, Rohit Saraf, Abhinav Sharma |
| Runtime | 2h 14m |
The Storyline
The movie begins with Sanya Malhotra’s character leaving Varun Dhawan’s “Sunny” as she’s getting married to another guy. That guy is Rohit Saraf, who, lo, had dumped Janhvi Kapoor’s Tulsi a good seven years ago. Already complicated, right?
Here’s the twist: the two “dumped souls,” Sunny and Tulsi, decide to crash the wedding of their exes. Their plan? Pretend to be a couple, act lovey-dovey, and make their exes jealous enough to come running back. But as you’d expect, fake feelings start turning into real ones, and Sunny finds himself genuinely drawn to Tulsi.
Now, if I’ve ruined the story for you, don’t panic. This much was spoiled in the trailer anyway. The film is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes long, and quite honestly, a full 1 hour 40 minutes of it is just this setup unfolding.
Performances
Varun Dhawan does what Varun Dhawan does best: injects energy, comic timing, and charm. Janhvi Kapoor is stunning on screen, but here’s the problem: their chemistry doesn’t work. It’s not that either of them performed poorly, but that spunk that, for instance, Varun had with Alia Bhatt in the Dulhania trilogy? That chemistry isn’t here.
Sanya Malhotra and Rohit Saraf do justice to their parts, though their arcs are written more to support the central Sunny-Tulsi dynamic. The surprise package for me was Abhinav Sharma as Sunny’s best friend. He doesn’t get a ton of screen time, but whenever he’s on, he adds life to the film.
What Worked for Me
The last 15 minutes. Seriously. The film suddenly goes up, emotions land heavier, and you get the payoff you have been waiting for. The production design is extravagant (as always with Dharma), big sets, sparkly costumes, vibrant songs, everything larger-than-life.
And yes, the premise of two spurned lovers banding together to gatecrash a wedding is actually fun on paper.
What Didn’t Work
The issue is the execution. Following the first hook, the movie continues to revolve on the same beats for far too long. It’s humorous here and there, but never laugh-out-loud humorous. The romance works, but it’s not memorable. Emotional confrontations are slightly forced as if the movie is checking off the “drama box.”
And personally, my biggest disappointment was the failure of Varun and Janhvi to have chemistry. That in itself prevents the movie from being more than “just decent.”
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The Music and Vibe of Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari
The soundtrack does have some catchy tunes, but nothing that you’ll remember once you exit the movie theater. Comedy is “okay,” romance is “okay,” and the emotions are “okay.” The entire movie remains at this mid-level of consistency without leaving you with a memorable moment until the end.
Good & Bad in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari
| The Good | The Bad |
|---|---|
| Unique concept – two exes faking a romance | The story drags on for too long |
| Strong production value (sets, costumes, songs) | Predictable after the trailer |
| Varun’s energy and Abhinav Sharma’s comic relief | Forced emotional drama |
| Final 15 minutes are genuinely engaging | Weak chemistry between Varun & Janhvi |
| Decent supporting cast | Nothing laugh-out-loud or deeply moving |
Final Verdict
Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari is not a terrible movie. It’s just… adequate. There are moments when you can’t help but smile, but it never quite gets you on its side. If you like light romantic comedies, you’ll get by just fine. Don’t go in expecting an emotional rollercoaster or a rom-com classic, though.
For me, it was a one-time watch. I wouldn’t do round two, but I didn’t regret the ticket either. It’s like a mocktail, not the greatest drink you’ve ever had, but fresh enough for an evening.
FAQs
Q. Is Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari worth watching in theaters?
If you enjoy light romantic comedies and can live with a predictable plot, yes, it’s good for a one-time theater watch.
Q. How long is the film?
Approximately 2h 14m.
Q. Does the Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor jodi work?
Not really. Both play well separately, but when together, there is no spark.
Q. Is it like Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar?
No. That one was more high-energy with larger moments. This film is more relaxed and predictable.
Q. Can I wait for OTT?
If you are not an aching rom-com fan, OTT could be the way to go.
