Sunny Loves Ananya. Tulsi Loves Vikram. But Then, Everything Changes.
In the Hindi romantic comedy *Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari*, directed by Shashank Khaitan, love triangles and faux relationships set the stage for a fun yet familiar tale of romance and reconciliation. The story begins with Sunny (Varun Dhawan) and Ananya (Sanya Malhotra) as a couple, and Tulsi (Janhvi Kapoor) and Vikram (Rohit Saraf) as another. However, when Ananya breaks up with Sunny and Vikram ends things with Tulsi, their worlds are turned upside down. Subsequently, the families of Ananya and Vikram arrange their marriage, setting the foundation for the playful chaos to follow.
To win back their exes, Sunny and Tulsi team up and pose as a couple, hoping to make Ananya and Vikram jealous. It’s a classic, time-tested formula that Khaitan spins with humor and heart. The dialogue, penned by Khaitan and Ishita Moitra, sparkles with many hilarious lines that highlight the film’s old-fashioned romance.
Varun Dhawan shines as Sunny Sanskari, a jeweller’s son with an uncanny ability to assess the value of jewels. Yet, despite his sharp eye for gems, Sunny struggles to recognize what’s right in front of him—his relationship with Ananya is more of a “situationship” in her eyes than something serious. Meanwhile, Tulsi Kumari has been with Vikram for much longer, but his wealthy family does not accept her. Though Tulsi is described as middle class, her endless wardrobe and extensive makeup budget invite some skepticism.
The fake couple’s plan to turn their exes’ blood green with envy is clear, as Sunny boldly declares. However, by the midpoint, the 136-minute film seems to run out of steam. The quadrangular dance between the four lovers overstays its welcome—prompting the question: how much longer can the tangled love story be stretched before it boils down to a simple duet?
Secondary characters add flavor to the runtime, though some feel obligatory. Maniesh Paul plays a garrulous wedding planner, Abhinav Sharma the hero’s ever-supportive best friend, and Akshay Oberoi the disapproving elder brother of Vikram. At times, Khaitan stealthily introduces speeches about female emancipation before circling back to resolve the central romantic confusion.
Sanya Malhotra and Rohit Saraf receive enough screen time and character depth to ensure they are active participants rather than mere bystanders in the unfolding drama. Janhvi Kapoor puts in a valiant effort to match Varun Dhawan’s impeccable comedic timing and his seamless transitions between silly antics and heartfelt moments.
Despite the long-winded title suggesting a saga about two people, *Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari* largely turns into a Varun Dhawan-centric show. He delivers the best lines, dances, and moments—bringing life and energy wherever he appears. The real love story unfolds between Dhawan and material that perfectly suits his talents. Even though Sunny’s effortless charm does not always win over Ananya, it carries the movie through from start to finish.
In the end, *Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari* offers a mix of old-school romance, comedy, and heartfelt performances, propelled chiefly by Dhawan’s captivating presence. It may not pop or crackle consistently, but it remains a charming watch for fans of lighthearted love stories.
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