After Mrs. success, Sanya Malhotra’s old films become most watched on Netflix; director says, ‘Deeply grateful…’

Sanya Malhotra’s acting career has soared to greater heights after the success of her recent film Mrs., streaming on Zee5. The movie has garnered acclaim for its robust narrative and Sanya’s powerful portrayal. As a result, her past films, Pagglait and Meenakshi Sundareshwar, have experienced renewed interest and are currently among the most-viewed titles on Netflix.

In 2021, two films – Meenakshi Sundareshwar and Pagglait – have made their mark by landing on Netflix’s “Top 10 Movies in India Today” list. The former, a romantic comedy featuring Sanya alongside Abhimanyu Dasani, and the latter, a drama that garnered praise for both the movie and Sanya’s acting, are now positioned at the fourth and fifth spots on Netflix’s homepage. This surge in popularity is likely due to the excitement generated by Sanya’s performance in Mrs. [Mrs. being left out for clarity, but implied].

In a heartfelt tweet, the director Arati Kadav acknowledged the success of their movie “Mrs.” by expressing gratitude. She wrote, “It’s quite extraordinary! Our film ‘Mrs.’ is influencing Netflix’s rankings as viewers are also watching other films featuring Sanya Malhotra (Star emoji). I feel incredibly grateful and truly blessed.” Arati conveyed her delight at seeing Sanya’s previous work gaining recognition due to the success of their film “Mrs.

In the movie, Sanya embodies Richa, a determined dancer who finds herself in an arranged marriage within a traditional family setting. Struggling with the burdensome domestic chores that ensue, she grapples with her new reality. The film has earned praise for its authentic and relatable depiction of a woman’s emotional transformation following marriage, further solidifying Sanya’s acting prowess.

Director Arati Kadav highly commended Sanya for her exceptional talent in breathing authenticity into Richa’s character. She noted that Sanya’s deep emotional commitment to the role was evident on set, and her performance was so genuine and intense that it seemed almost difficult to make her take on such a demanding part.

In terms of her professional endeavors, Sanya Malhotra will be sharing the screen with Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari. Additionally, she has a Tamil movie called Thug Life and an as-yet-unnamed project with Anurag Kashyap lined up. The success of Mrs. Malhotra’s career is soaring, as her previous films are being rediscovered and appreciated by the audience once more.

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2025-02-20 18:07