What if a single cameo could mend heartbreaks left by a TV show’s ending? That seems to be happening now. Fans of the Netflix series Mismatched have long debated the fate of Rishi and Dimple after Season 3’s bittersweet finale. But when Prajakta Koli dropped in for a surprise cameo alongside Rohit Saraf in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, many fans are calling it a healing moment—like their favorite ship finally got a symbolic reunion in an alternate universe.
This article unpacks this emotional wave: why the cameo is resonating, what it means for Mismatched fandom, and how Bollywood is increasingly playing in the space between series universes.
The Aftermath of Mismatched Season 3
The bittersweet ending
In Mismatched Season 3, Rishi (Rohit Saraf) and Dimple (Prajakta Koli) get engaged, but Dimple eventually steps back. She feels the engagement was rushed and that their paths might diverge. The final scene is quiet but heavy: Rishi removes his ring and says, “Goodbye, future wife,” a callback to their earlier back-and-forth. That moment left many fans hurting and uncertain.
Fan reactions: longing for reconciliation
Online forums and comment sections lit up with disappointment but also hope. Some fans interpreted the ending as open-ended—that while their engagement was called off, Rishi and Dimple still care deeply. Others felt the show closed the door too abruptly, seeing it as a breakup with little chance of return.
The ending sparked both debate and speculation of a potential Season 4, though no formal announcement has been made yet.
The Cameo That Shifted the Vibe
What happened in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari
Released October 2, 2025, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari is a Dharma Productions romantic comedy with Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Sanya Malhotra, and Rohit Saraf in lead roles. (Wikipedia) As fate would have it, in the film’s climax, Prajakta Koli appears as “Dimple” opposite Rohit Saraf. (Hindustan Times) That cameo went viral fast. Audiences saw the Rishi-Dimple chemistry again, even if only as a cameo in a different narrative. (Hindustan Times)
One review in Hindustan Times captures the feeling: “What Mismatched couldn’t give, Dharma delivered! Prajakta cameo and Rohit Saraf is the only good thing about #SunnySanskariKiTulsiKumari.” (Hindustan Times) Viewers flooded social media with similar excitement, using terms like “parallel universe” to explain their delight. (The Times of India)
Why it matters to the fans
- Emotional closure of sorts. Many fans felt left hanging after Season 3. The cameo acts as a kind of narrative balm—brief but meaningful.
- Meta commentary. It blurs the lines between shows. The same actors playing similar relational dynamics gives the cameo symbolic weight.
- Viral momentum. It reignited conversations around Mismatched, driving social media buzz and streaming interest.
In short, the cameo gave fans permission to feel healed, even if only imaginatively.
The Implications for Bollywood and Fandoms
Intertextuality entering mainstream Indian cinema
Using characters or actor pairings across different works isn’t new internationally, but it’s still emerging in Bollywood. This cameo shows Indian cinema is experimenting with emotional crossovers—where fans’ relationships to characters drive the storytelling edge.
Marketing meets fan service
A cameo like this isn’t purely sentimental. It also works as smart marketing. By appealing to Mismatched fans, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari gains attention beyond its own audience. The result: social media traction, buzz, and free publicity.
The risks of emotional baiting
While many loved it, others might see it as manipulative—a way to draw in views without delivering substance. If overused, such cameos risk feeling hollow. Story must still stand on its own.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Does this cameo confirm Rishi and Dimple end up together?
No. The cameo is symbolic, not canonical. It doesn’t overwrite Mismatched’s storylines. It gives fans an emotional space, not an official reconciliation.
Q2: Will there be a Mismatched Season 4?
There’s been no formal confirmation yet. But given unresolved threads and fan demand, many believe a fourth season is likely.
Q3: How have critics responded to Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari overall?
Mixed reviews. The Indian Express called it formulaic with little novelty. India Today appreciated the cast’s energy but noted the plot offers familiar tropes. Its strength, many agree, comes from moments like the cameo.
Q4: Where can I stream Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari after its theatrical release?
The film will eventually land on Netflix. The digital release date is not yet confirmed, and it may depend on its theatrical run’s performance.
Q5: What’s the budget and runtime of the movie?
Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari was produced with a budget around ₹80 crore and runs for 135 minutes.
Conclusion
Some stories don’t get perfect endings. Mismatched left us hanging, with hearts still yearning. But in the flicker of a cameo, a small healing can happen. Prajakta Koli’s surprise return as Dimple in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari offered fans what they longed for: recognition, catharsis, a moment of “what if.” It doesn’t rewrite the past—but it whispers to the fans: your feelings matter.
If you’re a Mismatched fan, treat that cameo as a gift. If you love studying how fandom and media intersect, this is a moment to watch. Either way, the next time a surprise tie-in drops, it won’t just be a marketing stunt—it might be an emotional lifeline.
Want me to dig into how such cameos affect streaming numbers or fandom theory? I’d be happy to.
