The buzz is loud, the stakes are high, and Kush Sinha is finally stepping into the limelight with his directorial debut, Nikita Roy and The Book of Darkness, hitting theatres on June 27, 2025. A supernatural psychological thriller headlined by his sister, Sonakshi Sinha, and featuring talents like Paresh Rawal, Arjun Rampal, and Suhail Nayyar, the film is all set to shake up the genre on the big screen.
In a recent exclusive interview with Film Window, Kush opened up about everything, from box office competition to breaking free of Bollywood stereotypes. When asked about Nikita Roy clashing with Kajol’s ‘Maa’, which also releases the same day, he addressed the comparison with calm confidence. “Clashes happen all the time,” he said, “but what matters is whether the story connects with the audience. If they walk into the theatre and watch Nikita Roy, they’ll love it. That’s all I believe in.”
Addressing the inevitable whispers of nepotism, Kush made his intentions clear: “It wasn’t about her being my sister. It was about her being perfect for the role.” Recalling the emotional power of Lootera and the intensity of Akira, he said, “I’ve seen her transform. Her pain felt real, her strength felt honest. That’s the actor I wanted.”
Kush didn’t hold back when asked about gender bias in the industry. On actresses being sidelined post-marriage, he said, Why should marriage matter? Male actors work through everything, so should women. Talent doesn’t expire with a relationship status. He added that he was “lucky” that his own film shoot didn’t face any limitations: “Everyone was cooperative. No one questioned working hours or shooting intensity. Maybe they loved the script as much as I did.”
On Paresh Rawal’s recent exit from Hera Pheri 4, Kush had nothing but praise, He’s not just a comedian, he’s a powerhouse performer. People have there own opinion but they should not reduce such talent to one type of role.
And when it came to the possibility of remaking his father Shatrughan Sinha’s legendary films, Kush had a poetic response: “Those movies were lightning in a bottle. You can’t fake that magic. I’d rather create something new than chase a spark that can’t be replicated.”
To know more what’s brewing, watch our exclusive interview on film window.
Nikita Roy isn’t just a film, it’s Kush Sinha’s personal statement. From casting choices to creative independence, he’s carving his own path in Bollywood, minus the legacy labels. And with a powerful narrative, a strong cast, and a passionate vision, this could be the thriller that surprises both critics and the box office alike.
