Lately, going to the movies often feels like emotional endurance. War-torn films, nail-biting thrillers, psychological monstrosities, everything’s dark, weighty, and intense. It’s not that these tales aren’t consequential, but sometimes, you just want to flee. You want something that lets you beam without guilt. That’s why Param Sundari feels like such an alleviation.
Set in the serene backwaters of Kerala, Param Sundari brings together two characters from very different corners of India, a North Indian guy and a South Indian girl, who fall in love in the middle of culture clashes, misunderstandings, and a whole lot of chaos. But the chaos here isn’t violent or tragic, it’s light, funny, and full of heart.
Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor star in this romantic comedy that, quite frankly, couldn’t have come at a better time. Directed by Tushar Jalota and releasing on 29th August, the film is already giving off the kind of feel-good energy that reminds you why love stories became popular in the first place.
What stands out immediately is the vibe. The visuals are bright and alive, no grim filters, no moody greys, just honest, kaleidoscopic frames that make you want to be part of that world. And the tone? It doesn’t try too hard to be deep or edgy. It just clutches the beauty of two people reasoning each other out, across languages, habits, and family drama.
It’s also interesting that the film is named after the much-loved Param Sundari track from Mimi, which, not so coincidentally, was also produced by Maddock Films. Like the song, the movie seems to promise fun, rhythm, and a touch of mischief.
In a time when every other film is trying to shock or stir, Param Sundari is doing something braver, it’s choosing joy. And in a way, that feels radical. Sometimes, the most stimulating thing a film can do is remind you what it discerns like to be content, to laugh at something silly, and to root for love.
And honestly? That’s the kind of cinema a lot of us are craving right now.
