- By Swati Singh
- Fri, 23 May 2025 08:10 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Punjabi actor Ammy Virk is gearing up for the release of Saunkan Saunkanay 2. The movie also stars Sargun Mehta and Nimrat Khaira in lead roles. It is the sequel to one of his most beloved Punjabi comedies. However, ahead of its release, the actor reflected on the portrayal of Sikhs in mainstream Indian movies.
He said, “I don’t fault the Hindi film industry entirely for that. 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.”
“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. But now, I am happy with the change. People like Diljit paaji are doing so well and representing us globally,” he said.
About Saunkan Saunkanay 2: Saunkan Saunkane 2 will hit the theatres on May 30, 2025. The first part, Saunkan Saunkane, was a hit in Punjabi industry as it raked in Rs 55 crore worldwide. The film is currently among the sixth highest-grossing Punjabi films. The sequel will feature Sargun Mehta in a double role. Apart from her original character, she will be seen essaying the role of Ammy Virk’s foreign wife — a glamorous, quirky new avatar that adds an unexpected twist to the story.
Speaking about the sequel, Ammy Virk had shared, “We knew we had to come back with something even more entertaining, and this trailer is just the beginning!”
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