Akshay Oberoi ditches dark roles for family-friendly charm in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari
Akshay Oberoi takes on a lighter, family-oriented role in the rom-com Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, marking a shift from his intense characters. The film releases on September 12, 2025.
Last Updated: 02.20 PM, Apr 27, 2025
Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari is a much-anticipated family movie, and Akshay Oberoi, who has been in intense and unique roles in films like Fighter, Illegal 3, Broken News 2, Ghuspaithiya, and State of Siege: Temple Attack, is taking on a new, exciting role. The actor, who has been in the spotlight lately for his edgy, violent roles, will soon demonstrate a lighter, more approachable side of his acting talent. Oberoi makes a notable change from his usual psychologically charged and emotional roles in this film, which is produced by Karan Johar and directed by Shashank Khaitan. The character is a genuine boy-next-door.
Akshay Oberoi discusses the refreshing change in his career
Speaking about his recent shift from playing challenging characters to lighter, more endearing ones, Oberoi expressed his enthusiasm for the change. He told MidDay that roles that were dark, complicated, and emotionally taxing have been his focus for the past many years. However, he was able to access an entirely new energy through this film. A nice variation, but with a twist: playing a character who is friendly, personable, and family-oriented. The actor can't wait for others to witness this part of his personality. This has helped clear up such a mess. Oberoi remarked that the roles he's getting now are entirely different from the gritty ones he had before.
The actor praised the ensemble cast, which includes Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Sanya Malhotra, and Rohit Saraf, for elevating the filmmaking experience. There has been electrifying energy on display. It has been a delight to work with Janhvi, Varun, Sanya, and Rohit. He stated that the film is full of heart, fun, and entertainment, thanks to Karan and Shashank.
Praise for the ensemble cast
The film's outstanding cast and original plot have already created a lot of excitement for its impending release in the coming months. For fans of Oberoi, the role of a loveable, family-orientated protagonist in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari is a refreshing departure from the actor's previous work.
Produced by Karan Johar and directed by Shashank Khaitan, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari has all the makings of a touching family film with a hilarious and profound plot. The rom-com is slated to hit theatres on September 12, 2025.