Film critic Anupama Chopra reviews "Param Sundari," the cross-cultural romantic comedy starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor, directed by Tushar Jalota. In this THR India review, Anupama examines how the film attempts to blend North-South Indian cultural differences for comedic and romantic effect, drawing comparisons to Shah Rukh Khan's "Chennai Express" and Abhishek Varman's more nuanced "2 States." She highlights the film's reliance on cultural stereotypes, from Punjabi swagger to Malayalam clichés, while acknowledging the scenic Kerala backdrop and Sachin-Jigar's melodious soundtrack featuring Sonu Nigam's "Pardesiya."
Despite the charm of its leads and some entertaining moments, Anupama finds the film lacking in authentic representation and sensitivity, with clumsy plotting and an over-reliance on the attractiveness of its stars. She particularly praises Sanjay Kapoor's performance as Param's father, calling him her favorite character who brings vitality to his limited screen time. The review concludes that while "Param Sundari" aims to be a romantic, comedic entertainer with lessons about technology and soulmates, much of it doesn't land effectively.
