The upcoming release of ‘Param Sundari,’ starring Janhvi Kapoor and Sidharth Malhotra, has generated limited pre-release excitement. With advance bookings showing a lukewarm response, the film faces an uphill battle. A potential advantage is its solo release, with no major competing films. The question is whether ‘Param Sundari’ can deliver a much-needed hit for Janhvi Kapoor, who has been striving for a major box office success for seven years.
The trailer of ‘Param Sundari’ garnered a moderate reception, but enthusiasm seems to be lacking among audiences following the commencement of advance bookings. The film is a romantic comedy, depicting a romance between characters from South and North India. Its release during Ganesh Chaturthi provides the filmmakers with some hope for a strong opening weekend.
Janhvi Kapoor’s Bollywood career commenced in 2018 with ‘Dhadak,’ a remake of the Marathi film ‘Sairat.’ The film received mixed reviews, achieving a semi-hit status. Despite critical acclaim in some performances, Janhvi Kapoor is yet to achieve another hit film in her career. Her filmography includes ‘Dhadak’, ‘Roohi’, ‘Mili’, ‘Mr. & Mrs. Mahi’, ‘Ulajh’, and ‘Devra: Part 1’.
‘Param Sundari’ Expectations
‘Param Sundari’ also presents a significant opportunity for Sidharth Malhotra, who has not had a hit film since 2015. The film is directed by Tushar Jalota and produced by Maddock Films. The cast includes Sanjay Kapoor, Renji Panicker, Siddharth Shankar, Manjot Singh, and Inayak Verma.