With just a day left for the much-awaited release of Param Sundari, Janhvi Kapoor and Sidharth Malhotra made a spiritual stop at Shirdi’s Sai Baba temple. The two stars, who have been aggressively promoting their film across cities, paused the glitz and glamour to seek blessings before their romantic comedy hits theatres on August 29.
A Viral Divine Moment
A video of Janhvi and Sidharth from their Shirdi visit is doing rounds online. The duo, joined by their team, was seen offering prayers with folded hands in front of Sai Baba’s idol. Fans instantly made the clip viral, calling it a “blessed beginning” for the film.
- Janhvi Kapoor looked graceful in a white floral suit, exuding traditional charm.
- Sidharth Malhotra kept it simple yet striking in a blue kurta, winning hearts with his devotion-filled look.
The calm and grounded aura of the visit stood in stark contrast to the loud, energetic buzz of Bollywood promotions, reminding fans that even stars turn to faith when stakes are high.
Param Sundari: The Big Bollywood Release
Directed by Tushar Jalota and produced by Dinesh Vijan under Maddock Films, Param Sundari promises to be a vibrant entertainer.
- Plot & Characters: Janhvi plays Sundari, a half-Malayali, half-Tamilian girl from Kerala, while Sidharth essays a Delhi boy, Param.
- Genre: Romantic comedy with a colorful, desi twist.
- Music Buzz: The songs are already trending, giving the film a big head start.
Some cine buffs drew comparisons with Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone’s Chennai Express. But in a recent interview, both Janhvi and Sidharth dismissed the chatter, clarifying that Param Sundari is fresh in tone and story.
More Than Just Promotions?
Interestingly, Bollywood’s temple visits before a release often spark debates. Are these purely faith-driven or a calculated PR move? With elections always around the corner in India, celebrity religious outings often get politicized. While critics might call it a publicity stunt, the sincerity in Janhvi and Sidharth’s Shirdi visit appeared genuine. Yet, the timing—right before release—makes it a spicy talking point.
Final Take
As Param Sundari readies to charm audiences on August 29, Janhvi and Sidharth’s Shirdi visit has already given the film divine publicity. Whether it’s faith, fate, or flawless marketing, the film now carries Sai Baba’s blessings along with sky-high audience expectations.
One thing is clear: this Friday, Bollywood will be watching closely to see if Param Sundari lives up to its name.
By – Nikita