"Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari" Box Office: Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor's Film Approaches ₹45 Crore Mark

The romantic comedy "Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari" (SSKTK), starring Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor, is nearing the ₹45 crore mark at the domestic box office after its release on October 2, 2025. However, the film has faced stiff competition from "Kantara: Chapter 1," which has overshadowed its performance.

Box Office Performance

In its first nine days, "Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari" has grossed approximately ₹43.10 crore. Early estimates for the ninth day suggest a collection of around ₹2.00 crore. The film had a decent start, earning ₹9.25 crore on its opening day. However, collections dropped on the second day to ₹5.5 crore but picked up slightly over the weekend, with ₹7.5 crore on Saturday and ₹7.75 crore on Sunday. From Monday onwards, the film experienced a slowdown, with daily earnings in the range of ₹2-3 crore.

Competition from "Kantara: Chapter 1"

"Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari" has faced significant competition from "Kantara: Chapter 1," which has become a blockbuster, surpassing ₹300 crore domestically. The massive success of "Kantara" has overshadowed the performance of "SSKTK," impacting its box office numbers.

Critical Reception

The film has received mixed reviews from critics. Some have praised the film as a fun-filled entertainer with humor, heart, and romance. Yatamanyu Narain of News18 wrote that the film leaves you with laughter and warmth and is an unabashed celebration of love, heartbreak, and chaos. Ganesh Aaglave of Firstpost also gave the film a positive review, calling it a fun entertainer. Dhaval Roy of The Times of India noted that the film delivers on its promise of a glitzy, colorful rom-com with humor and charm.

However, other critics have found the film lacking in clarity and depth. On Rotten Tomatoes, 27% of 11 critics' reviews are positive, with an average rating of 5.3/10.

Cast and Crew

Directed by Shashank Khaitan and produced by Dharma Productions and Mentor Disciple Entertainment, the film features an ensemble cast including Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Sanya Malhotra, and Rohit Saraf, with Maniesh Paul and Akshay Oberoi in supporting roles. The music is composed by Tanishk Bagchi, A.P.S, Sachet–Parampara, Guru Randhawa, Rony Ajnali, and Gill Machhrai.

Story and Themes

"Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari" follows the story of Sunny and Tulsi, who pretend to be a couple to disrupt a wedding and win back their respective loves. The film explores themes of love, heartbreak, and relationships within the backdrop of a destination wedding. Some critics have noted that the film draws inspiration from classic Bollywood rom-coms, incorporating elements of family drama and humor.