Varun Dhawan isn’t shying away from online criticism — and he’s answering it with humour. During a casual Q&A session on X (#varunsays), the actor responded to a sharp remark about his 2025 romantic comedy Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, proving once again that he’s comfortable owning both praise and pushback.
Varun’s Witty Response Goes Viral
When one user bluntly advised Varun to “stop doing pathetic movies like SSKTK in the name of versatility,” the actor didn’t dodge the jab. Instead, he replied with a cheeky comeback, pointing out that the film still managed to perform decently at the box office — and jokingly suggested the critic keep watching films in theatres, adding that Border 2 might “surprise” them.
The reply quickly caught attention, with fans appreciating Varun’s light-hearted but confident tone.
Fans Rush to Defend the Film
The exchange opened the floodgates for fan reactions. Several users came forward to defend Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, calling it a breezy and enjoyable rom-com.
Some viewers said the genre suits Varun best and questioned why he should move away from something that consistently works for him. Others admitted the film leaned into familiar rom-com tropes but still found it entertaining. A section of fans, however, urged him to revisit darker, performance-driven roles like Badlapur and October, citing his range as an actor.
About Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari
Released on October 2, 2025, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari starred Varun Dhawan opposite Janhvi Kapoor and was directed by Shashank Khaitan. The film also featured Sanya Malhotra and Rohit Saraf and was produced by Dharma Productions.
The story revolved around two exes pretending to be a couple to reignite old relationships, triggering a series of misunderstandings and comic situations. Despite mixed reactions, the film earned ₹61.85 crore nett in India, according to industry trackers.
Varun Talks Border 2: “Real Stories, Real Sacrifices”
During the same session, Varun also opened up about his upcoming war drama Border 2. He revealed that the film is set against the backdrop of the 1971 war and focuses on lesser-known stories of sacrifice and bravery.
Sharing a glimpse into his physical preparation, Varun said the role demanded intense training and realism — even resulting in a tailbone injury while shooting extended battle sequences with real soldiers over a 40-day schedule in Babina.
What’s Next for Varun Dhawan
Border 2 will see Varun sharing screen space with Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty. Directed by Anurag Singh, the film is a follow-up to the iconic 1997 war drama Border and is scheduled to release on January 23.
Whether it’s rom-coms or war epics, Varun seems clear about one thing — he’s comfortable taking risks, criticism included, and letting his work do the talking.
