Arunoday also talked about how Sunny has been a target of criticism and controversy in the past, but she has never let that affect her career. "She has been through a lot, but she has always come out stronger," he said. "Her resilience and determination are qualities that we can all learn from."
Their pairing was the talk of the town long before the movie hit the theaters. Leaked stills and song videos became viral sensations, particularly the track "Darta Hoon." The song featured Sunny Leone seducing Arunoday Singh in a dimly lit nightclub, leading to a moment of passion that redefined "hot" for Bollywood audiences at the time. In the promo, Sunny entered the frame dancing with a group, using her intense stares and graceful moves to lure a hesitant Arunoday, eventually leading him upstairs. It was a visual spectacle that cemented their status as a "hot target" for gossip columns and entertainment news.
He viewed the cast as a "package affair" and felt confident that his own role was not diminished by her popularity. Arunoday also talked about how Sunny has been
During the promotion of the erotic thriller , actor Arunoday Singh shared his perspective on working with Sunny Leone as she transitioned from her career as a former adult film star into Bollywood.
When questioned by reporters regarding his comfort level filming intense, bold sequences with an established adult film star, Singh consistently shut down sensationalism: Leaked stills and song videos became viral sensations,
He stated, "I don't judge anyone by the work the person has done in the past," and reminded audiences that while she may be a former adult star, Jism 2 was a mainstream erotic thriller, not a porn film. Sunny Leone on Being a "Target"
He broke down the target audience psychology: "For men out there, the selling factor may be Sunny. But then women are also going to watch the film, right? For them, we men are there." He admitted he hadn't yet earned the right to be a solo lead. For him, being part of a "package deal" with Sunny Leone was a winning professional move. He viewed the cast as a "package affair"
In a recent candid conversation, actor Arunoday Singh opened up about the evolving dynamics of the entertainment industry and the shifting landscape of media content. Known for his versatile roles and distinctive screen presence, Singh shared his insights on how storytelling is transforming in the digital age.
He succeeded by being the "better target"—the voice of reason. He didn't shy away from the heat, admitting, "Of course Sunny is very attractive". But he repeatedly shifted the focus back to acting and hard work. In the end, Arunoday Singh proved that he wasn't afraid of the buzz. As he once said, his only fear wasn't being under a woman or working with a porn star; it was .
Arunoday survived the Jism 2 hype and built a resilient career. He proved his versatility by playing the negative lead Angad Bedi in the Varun Dhawan hit comedy Main Tera Hero . He also appeared in period dramas like Mohenjo Daro and critically acclaimed OTT shows. Most notably, he has become a force on digital platforms with the ALTBalaji series Apaharan (2018-2022), a spy-thriller where he played a senior police inspector, receiving praise for his gritty performance. His recent projects include films like Baaghi 4 and Mr. I .