Sanya Malhotra Begins Shooting for Sundar Poonam, Inspired by a True Incident

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Himanshu Tiwari

Sanya Malhotra Begins Shooting for Sundar Poonam, Inspired by a True Incident

Mumbai, March 24: The trend of impactful storytelling is on the rise in Bollywood. Audiences are now seeking films that not only entertain but also resonate emotionally. In this context, the upcoming romantic thriller ‘Sundar Poonam’ featuring Sanya Malhotra is generating significant buzz. The actress has officially commenced shooting for the film, sparking excitement among fans.

Sanya shared glimpses of this special occasion on her social media account. Before starting the film, she participated in a muhurat puja and posted pictures on Instagram. The images feature the film’s clapperboard, along with candid moments captured with her co-stars.

In a video, Sanya is seen performing an aarti. Alongside the post, she wrote a brief caption: “The shooting of ‘Sundar Poonam’ has officially begun.”

Directed by Pulkit, the film also stars Aditya Rawal in a pivotal role. This project is part of Prime Video’s 2026 slate.

Recently, the filmmakers released the first-look video of ‘Sundar Poonam’, showcasing Sanya as a bride. In the video, her character Poonam’s phone rings incessantly, with calls coming from numbers named Sundar and Raju. The clip concludes with a smiling Sanya, followed by a news report about a married couple who went missing in Kashmir.

As for the film’s storyline, ‘Sundar Poonam’ promises a blend of romance, suspense, and crime. Reports suggest that the narrative is inspired by a real incident, possibly linked to a high-profile honeymoon murder case from 2025, where a businessman was killed shortly after his wedding.

The plot revolves around a newlywed couple who travel to Kashmir for their honeymoon. During their trip, news breaks of their sudden disappearance, unveiling a shocking truth related to bride Poonam. The story is set to leave audiences astonished.

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