Param Sundari (2025) is a Hindi-language romantic comedy film directed by Tushar Jalota and produced by Dinesh Vijan under Maddock Films. Starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor in a fresh pairing, the film blends North Indian–South Indian cultural contrasts with a modern AI-driven love story. Released on 29 August 2025, the film hit theatres with a runtime of 136 minutes and a production budget of ₹60 crore.
While the film generated buzz for its star cast, songs, and vibrant cinematography, it has so far received mixed reviews from both audiences and critics.
Param Sundari, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor, had a strong opening weekend but witnessed a gradual decline during weekdays. Here’s a detailed day-wise India net collection:
Day | India Net Collection |
---|---|
Day 1 [1st Friday] | ₹7.80 Cr |
Day 2 [1st Saturday] | ₹9.30 Cr |
Day 3 [1st Sunday] | ₹11.25 Cr |
Day 4 [1st Monday] | ₹3.00 Cr |
Day 5 [1st Tuesday] | ₹3.90 Cr |
Day 6 [1st Wednesday] | ₹2.75 Cr |
Day 7 [1st Thursday] | ₹2.85 Cr |
Day 8 [2nd Friday] | ₹2.75 Cr |
Day 9 [2nd Saturday] | ₹2.25 Cr |
Day 10 [2nd Sunday] | ₹1.80 Cr |
Day 11 [2nd Monday] | ₹0.90 Cr |
Day 12 [2nd Tuesday] | ₹0.75 Cr |
Day 13 [2nd Wednesday] | ₹0.60 Cr |
Day 14 [2nd Thursday] | ₹0.40 Cr |
Total (14 Days) | ₹50.30 Cr |
The film has collected a total of ₹50.30 Cr in 14 days at the Indian box office, showing a strong opening weekend and steady weekday hold. Its performance reflects consistent audience interest despite a gradual weekday drop.
Actor/Actress | Role |
---|---|
Sidharth Malhotra | Param Sachdev |
Janhvi Kapoor | Thekkepattu Sundari Damodharan Pillai |
Sanjay Kapoor | Parmeet Sachdev (Param’s father) |
Renji Panicker | Bhargavan Nair |
Siddhartha Shankar | Venu Nair |
Manjot Singh | Jaggi (Param’s pal) |
Abhishek Banerjee | Shekhar |
Inayat Verma | Ammu (Sundari’s sister) |
Tanvi Ram | Parvathy |
🎬 Director: Tushar Jalota
🖊️ Writers: Tushar Jalota, Gaurav Mishra, Aarsh Vora
🎶 Music: Sachin–Jigar
📽️ Cinematography: Santhana Krishnan Ravichandran
✂️ Editing: Manish Pradhan
🏢 Production: Maddock Films
📌 Distributor: Pen Marudhar
Param Sundari follows the story of Param, a wealthy young man based in Delhi who invests in startups. While trying out an AI matchmaking app called Soulmates, he is paired with Sundari, a homestay owner in Kerala. Their cultural worlds collide when Param visits her ancestral Tharavad (family home), managed by her uncle, a traditional Kalari Payattu practitioner.
The film tries to explore love across different cultures but often slips into predictable Bollywood rom-com tropes, with more reliance on stereotypes than genuine chemistry.
The film’s music has been a major highlight, composed by Sachin–Jigar.
No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
---|---|---|---|
1 | Pardesiya | Sonu Nigam, Krishnakali Saha, Sachin–Jigar | 3:51 |
2 | Bheegi Saree | Shreya Ghoshal, Adnan Sami, Sachin–Jigar | 3:22 |
3 | Danger | Vishal Dadlani, Parvathi Meenakshi, Sachin–Jigar | 2:47 |
4 | Sunn Mere Yaar Ve | Aditya Rikhari, Sachin–Jigar | 3:12 |
5 | Chand Kagaz Ka | Vishal Mishra, Sachin–Jigar | 4:16 |
6 | Sundari Ke Pyar Mein | Sumonto Mukherjee, Sachin–Jigar | 2:58 |
The soundtrack has been praised for its freshness and variety, though critics note that songs often overshadow the narrative.
Critics: Mixed response. While the music and visuals stand out, the storyline and screenplay have been criticized for being shallow and over-reliant on clichés.
Performances: Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor look great together, but their pairing lacks the expected spark. Supporting actors like Manjot Singh and Inayat Verma often steal the show.
Direction: Tushar Jalota presents a vibrant setting but doesn’t allow the leads’ romance to flourish naturally.
Audience Verdict: Entertaining in parts, but fails to capture the emotional intensity expected from a 2025 rom-com.
⭐ Rating: 2.5/5
Amazon Prime Video has bagged the digital streaming rights of Param Sundari. The OTT release date is expected to be announced after its theatrical run.
Param Sundari had all the ingredients for a blockbuster rom-com — fresh pairing, catchy music, and a vibrant North-South love story. However, despite its ₹60 crore budget and strong opening weekend, the film struggles with clichés and predictable writing. Its box office collection of ₹43.6 crore in 8 days suggests an average run unless word of mouth improves.
Still, for fans of Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor, the film offers enough charm, music, and visual appeal to be worth a watch.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Param_Sundari_(film)
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