Varun Dhawan’s ‘Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari’ Nears End of Theatrical Run with Rs 55 Crore Mark

Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor’s film, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, is nearing the end of its run in theaters after a rather modest performance at the box office. On its third Saturday, it managed to add about Rs 1 crore, bringing its total earnings to around Rs 55.75 crore across India.

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While it had a decent start during its opening week, the film has seen a significant drop in ticket sales as audiences are now turning their attention to the upcoming festive releases, particularly Thamma and Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, both of which are expected to take over the theaters this Diwali. With projections estimating a final total of Rs 57–58 crore, it looks like the film will finish just shy of the Rs 60 crore milestone.

Produced by Dharma Productions, the film received an average response from viewers and struggled against the competition from Kantara: Chapter 1, which attracted a large audience in its second week. Although early estimates suggested it might end up below Rs 50 crore, the film experienced a brief boost during the Buy-One-Get-One ticket promotion and the festive week, allowing it to surpass the Rs 55 crore mark.

Even though the film didn’t quite meet expectations, its light-hearted storyline and the fresh pairing of Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor did resonate with family audiences. However, the overall reception has been underwhelming for both actors, who have been hoping for a strong comeback on the big screen.

This film’s performance highlights a growing trend in the post-pandemic landscape—mid-budget, genre-specific films are struggling to maintain their momentum in theaters. With audiences increasingly opting to wait for digital releases, these types of films are finding it tough to compete with big-budget blockbusters.

Unless the industry reconsiders its theatrical approach and extends the OTT window beyond the current eight weeks, many mid-range films may continue to be seen as “OTT material.” Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari serves as a reminder that even star power needs the right timing—and a sprinkle of luck—when it comes to box office success.