EXCLUSIVE: ‘You are done with real acting; Now commercial’, Janhvi Kapoor shares what director Shashank Khaitan told to her on the sets of Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari

EXCLUSIVE: 'You are done with real acting; Now commercial', Janhvi Kapoor shares what director Shashank Khaitan told to her on the sets of Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari

As a dedicated follower of Janhvi Kapoor’s career, I am thoroughly impressed by her growth and evolution as an actress in the Indian Film Industry over the past six years. Her journey has been nothing short of inspiring, with well-received films like Dhadak and Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl under her belt, and her last film Mr And Mrs Mahi setting new benchmarks for ticket sales on Cinema Lovers’ Day.


Janhvi Kapoor has celebrated her sixth anniversary in Bollywood. Throughout these six years, she graced several critically acclaimed movies, including “Dhadak” and “Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl.” Her latest production, “Mr And Mrs Mahi,” broke box office records on its debut day. Next up for Kapoor is the highly anticipated political-thriller “Ulajh,” co-starring Gulshan Devaiah, set to hit theaters on August 2, 2024.

The up-and-coming actress held a Masterclass at TopMob prior to the premiere of Ulajh, sharing insights about her role as Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, collaborating once again with Varun Dhawan and Shashank Khaitan, and accepting more commercial projects.

Janhvi Kapoor Expresses Her Excitement On Being Part Of A Commercial Romantic-Comedy Like Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari

At TopMob’s Masterclass led by Himesh Mankad, when Janhvi Kapoor was queried about her new project, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari in the commercial romantic-comedy genre, she responded, “This is my comfort zone. I feel most natural and at ease here. I get to bring out my comedic side and have a great time. I am fully immersed in the drama. Everyone on set has been remarking, ‘Why didn’t you try this earlier?’ I am really enjoying myself while working on it.”

Janhvi Kapoor Extensively Talks About Collaborating Again With Varun Dhawan And Shashank Khaitan

Janhvi has a wonderful connection with Varun Dhawan and Shashank Khaitan. In her own words, she expressed, “I truly enjoy working with Varun. The sets are always lively when he’s around. And Shashank is not just the director of my debut film, but also played a significant role in shaping me as an actor through Dhadak. After many years and numerous films, I’m delighted to collaborate with him once more on this commercial project. It feels like he’s guiding me through this new phase of my acting career – from serious roles to commercial projects. So, it’s a refreshing switch for me.”

Watch the exclusive TopMob Masterclass featuring Janhvi Kapoor

Janhvi Kapoor Expresses Her Want To Do Light-hearted Films

In a light-hearted tone, Janhvi shared her desire to be part of films similar to Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, expressing, “I’ve had enough of the tears, being trapped in a fridge, dislocating both my shoulders while playing cricket. Now I plan on enjoying myself, dancing, singing, and laughing.”

Janhvi Kapoor Has A Busy Next Couple Of Years

Janhvi Kapoor has a packed schedule ahead. Upcoming films of hers include “Ulajh,” set to hit theaters on August 2, 2024. She will then be featured in “Devara Part 1,” directed by Koratala Siva and co-starring Jr NTR. Another project, “Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari,” is planned for a 2025 release. Additionally, she has “Devara Part 2” and a film tentatively named “RC 16” in the pipeline.

How excited are you to watch Ulajh, in theatres on 2nd August, 2024?

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2024-07-25 21:07