Sargun Mehta on Carry On Jatta 4: 'Disappointments are part of life'
Synopsis
Sargun Mehta, gearing up for Carry On Jatta 4 on 26 June, says disappointments — daily, weekly, or monthly — are simply part of life, and the only answer is to keep going. It is a philosophy that mirrors the franchise itself: four instalments, over a decade, and still running.
Key Takeaways
Sargun Mehta stars in Carry On Jatta 4 , releasing on 26 June .
Mehta says disappointments are a daily reality and advocates an attitude of perseverance.
The franchise, directed by Smeep Kang , launched in 2012 with Gippy Grewal and Mahie Gill ; parts 2 and 3 released in 2018 and 2023 .
Mehta made her screen debut in 2009 and her Punjabi film debut in 2015 with Angrej .
Her Hindi film debut came in 2022 with Cuttputlli , starring alongside Akshay Kumar .
Punjabi actress Sargun Mehta says that setbacks and disappointments are an inevitable part of life — and that the right response is to keep moving forward regardless. The 37-year-old star, one of the highest-paid actresses in Punjabi cinema, made the remarks ahead of the release of Carry On Jatta 4, scheduled to hit screens on 26 June.
The 'Carry On Jatta' Philosophy
Reflecting on whether she has ever personally leaned on the franchise's signature spirit of perseverance, Mehta was candid. 'I think that disappointments are a part of life. Many times we think that we want many things, but we don't get them, or we think that we can do it, but we can't,' she said.
'And it happens literally, maybe sometimes on a daily basis, sometimes weekly, sometimes monthly. But the attitude should be — Carry On Jatta,' she added. The sentiment mirrors the franchise's core theme: ordinary people navigating extraordinary chaos without losing their sense of humour.
About Carry On Jatta 4
The fourth instalment of the beloved Punjabi comedy franchise revolves around an entirely new web of hilarious lies, mistaken identities, and family chaos. The series, directed by Smeep Kang, launched its first film in 2012, starring Gippy Grewal and Mahie Gill. The second and third parts, released in 2018 and 2023 respectively, featured Grewal alongside Sonam Bajwa. Sargun Mehta joins the franchise for its fourth chapter, which arrives over a decade after the original.
Sargun Mehta's Journey in Film and Television
Mehta began acting during her college years before transitioning to television, making her screen debut in 2009 with the show 12/24 Karol Bagh. She went on to earn recognition for her roles in popular serials including Phulwa, Kya Huaa Tera Vaada, and Balika Vadhu.
Her Punjabi film career began with Angrej in 2015, followed by a string of commercially successful releases — Love Punjab, Lahoriye, Qismat, Qismat 2, Surkhi Bindi, and Saunkan Saunkanay. She made her Hindi film debut in 2022 with Cuttputlli, directed by Ranjit M. Tewari and starring Akshay Kumar and Rakul Preet Singh — a remake of the 2018 Tamil thriller Ratsasan.
What to Expect Next
With Carry On Jatta 4 arriving on 26 June, the franchise is banking on nostalgia and a fresh storyline to draw both loyal fans and new audiences. If the series' track record holds — each instalment has performed strongly at the Punjabi box office — the fourth chapter could be among the bigger Punjabi releases of 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Carry On Jatta 4 releasing?
Carry On Jatta 4 is scheduled to release on 26 June. The film is directed by Smeep Kang and features an entirely new storyline built around mistaken identities and family chaos.
Who is Sargun Mehta?
Sargun Mehta is a 37-year-old Punjabi actress and one of the highest-paid stars in Punjabi cinema. She began her career in television in 2009 and made her Punjabi film debut with Angrej in 2015.
What is the Carry On Jatta franchise?
Carry On Jatta is a popular Punjabi comedy film series directed by Smeep Kang. The first film released in 2012 starring Gippy Grewal and Mahie Gill; the second and third parts, featuring Grewal alongside Sonam Bajwa, released in 2018 and 2023 respectively.
What did Sargun Mehta say about disappointments?
Mehta said that disappointments are a part of life and can occur on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. She urged adopting an attitude of perseverance — summed up by the franchise's spirit of 'Carry On Jatta'.
What was Sargun Mehta's Hindi film debut?
Sargun Mehta made her Hindi film debut in 2022 with Cuttputlli, directed by Ranjit M. Tewari. The film starred Akshay Kumar and Rakul Preet Singh and was a remake of the 2018 Tamil thriller Ratsasan.
