Daijiworld Media Network – Mumbai
Mumbai, Apr 19: Actor Medha Shankr, who rose to prominence with her widely appreciated role in 12th Fail, is now set to showcase a contrasting side of her craft in her upcoming film Ginny Wedss Sunny 2, as she looks to break away from her established on-screen image.
Though she made her debut with Beecham House in 2019, it was her portrayal of UPSC aspirant Shraddha Joshi in 12th Fail that brought her into the limelight. The role earned her critical acclaim and widespread popularity, with many dubbing her the “national crush” for her relatable girl-next-door persona.
In Ginny Wedss Sunny 2, Medha takes on the role of a modern urban woman who deceives her way into an arranged marriage. Speaking about the shift, the actor expressed confidence in her ability to win over audiences once again. “If people loved me as Shraddha, I believe they will connect with Ginny too. She is just as lovable,” she said.
Describing her new character, she noted that Ginny is sweet and honest, yet impulsive—traits she personally relates to.
Addressing whether she consciously chose to move away from similar roles after 12th Fail, Medha clarified that while she is grateful for the opportunities that came her way, she was keen on exploring different characters. “There was no fear of typecasting, but I wanted to challenge myself. Doing something similar would have been easy, but I was looking for something more engaging,” she said.
Directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, 12th Fail narrated the real-life journey of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma, played by Vikrant Massey, with Medha portraying his partner Shraddha, an IRS officer. Made on a modest budget of ?20 crore, the film went on to earn ?70 crore globally.
Her upcoming film, directed by Prasshant Jha, serves as a spiritual sequel to Ginny Weds Sunny (2020) and also features Avinash Tiwary, Sudhir Pandey, Lillete Dubey, and Govind Namdev. The film is slated for a theatrical release on April 24.
With her latest role, Medha appears determined to strike a balance between audience expectations and her own pursuit of diverse storytelling.