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India.com
03-06-2025
- Business
- India.com
Sargun Mehta Delivers 2025s Highest Grossing Punjabi Film With Saunkan Saunkanay 2
New Delhi: Sargun Mehta has once again proven her box office prowess with Saunkan Saunkanay 2 co-starring Ammy Virk and Nimrat Khaira, which has rapidly become the highest-grossing Punjabi film of 2025. This marks the first major Punjabi hit of the year, and Sargun's commanding screen presence and consistent track record have solidified her position as Box Office queen. Sargun Mehta, Ammy Virk and Nimrat Khaira starrer Saunkan Saunkanay 2 has earned a total net collection of Rs 16.71 Crore in its first weekend and is unstoppable at the box office. On friday, Rs 4 Crore, 35 Lacs, on first saturday, Rs 5 Crore, 25 Lacs. On sunday, Rs 7 Crore, 11 Lacs. Take A Look At The Post: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sargun Mehta (@sargunmehta) Since her debut in 2015 with Angrej, which grossed over Rs 30 crore and became one of the highest-grossing Punjabi films of its time, Mehta has delivered a series of box office successes. Her performances in Love Punjab, Lahoriye, Qismat, and Kala Shah Kala have not only been commercially successful but have also earned her multiple awards, including two Filmfare Awards for Best Actress (Punjabi films) and a PTC Film Award. Beyond her acting career, Mehta has made significant strides as a producer. Alongside her husband, Ravi Dubey, she co-founded Dreamiyata Entertainment, which has produced several successful television shows like Udaariyaan, Swarn Ghar, and Junooniyat. In December 2023, the duo expanded their creative ventures by launching Dreamiyata Music, debuting with the song "Ve Haaniyaan," which quickly garnered over 100 million views on YouTube and became the viral track on Instagram Reels. With Saunkan Saunkanay 2, produced by Dreamiyata Entertainment in collaboration with Naad Studios, Sargun's consistent ability to deliver both critical and commercial successes underscores her status as the reigning queen of Punjabi cinema.
News18
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ammy Virk Slams Stereotyping Of Sikhs In Bollywood: ‘We Were Reduced To Comic Relief'
Last Updated: Ammy Virk reflects on the misrepresentation of Sikhs in Bollywood, calling out the industry for reducing them to comic stereotypes. Ammy Virk is not just an actor or a singer—he is a storyteller who glides effortlessly between the worlds of music, drama, and comedy. As he gears up for the release of Saunkan Saunkne 2, the sequel to one of his most beloved Punjabi comedies, Ammy reflects on cinema, culture, and the evolving portrayal of Sikhs in mainstream Indian films. For decades, Sikh characters in Hindi cinema were often boxed into narrow stereotypes—loud, comic, often caricatured. But that narrative is beginning to shift. Ammy, along with Diljit Dosanjh, represents a new wave of artists pushing boundaries and stepping into substantial, leading roles that reflect the community's depth and diversity. 'I don't fault the Hindi film industry entirely for that," Ammy says candidly when asked about the longstanding typecasting. 'They had seen these kinds of stereotypes around them. If you go to Shri Hazur Sahib in Maharashtra, you'll find Sikhs who've lived there for generations. Their appearance and culture are very different from that in Punjab. It's a result of that regional mix. Filmmakers just borrowed from what they observed." But he doesn't let cinema off the hook completely. 'Of course, there has been some character assassination too. Sikhs could have been shown as sophisticated as well—think of Sikh prime ministers, thinkers, pop stars. They, too, represent who we are," he adds. 'But now, I am happy with the change. People like Diljit paaji are doing so well and representing us globally." Ammy's latest film sees him reunite with longtime collaborators Sargun Mehta and Nimrat Khaira. Their off-screen camaraderie has been a vital ingredient in creating memorable moments on screen. Recalling a particularly emotional scene from Qismat 2, Ammy shares, 'It was freezing cold. Sargun and I were out in the open shooting the climax. Tania was rushing to get us blankets. And we were still cracking up. Even when the scene was heavy, that rapport helped keep us grounded." As Saunkan Saunkne 2 prepares for its theatrical release on May 30, Ammy remains a force of Punjabi cinema—grounded in tradition, yet always pushing for a richer, more nuanced representation of his people and their stories.
