Newsbytes
  • India
  • Business
  • World
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Technology
  • Entertainment
  • Auto
  • Lifestyle
  • Inspirational
  • Career
  • Bengaluru
  • Delhi
  • Mumbai
  • Videos
  • Visual Stories
  • Reviews
  • Phone Reviews
  • Fitness Bands Reviews
  • Speakers Reviews
  • Find Cricket Statistics
Hindi
More
In the news
Shah Rukh Khan
Johnny Depp
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah
Alia Bhatt-Ranbir Kapoor
BTS
Newsbytes
Hindi
Newsbytes
User Placeholder

Hi,

Logout


India
Business
World
Politics
Sports
Technology
Entertainment
Auto
Lifestyle
Inspirational
Career
Bengaluru
Delhi
Mumbai
Videos
Visual Stories
Reviews
Phone Reviews
Fitness Bands Reviews
Speakers Reviews
Find Cricket Statistics

More Links
  • Videos

Download Android App

Follow us on
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Linkedin
  • Youtube
 
Home / News / Entertainment News / 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' review: You just can't take this seriously
Entertainment

'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' review: You just can't take this seriously

'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' review: You just can't take this seriously
Written by Yvonne Jacob
May 20, 2022, 03:48 pm 3 min read
'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' review: You just can't take this seriously
'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' barely matches the level of its prequel.

After a long wait, Kartik Aaryan and Tabu starrer, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, hit theaters on Friday. Helmed by Anees Bazmee, it is a loosely connected sequel to Priyadarshan's Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007) which featured actors Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan in the lead. The prequel defined the horror-comedy genre with the lead actors giving stellar performances, but the sequel barely copes up. Here's our review.

Plot
Story begins with Ruhan, Reet's chance encounter

The film narrates how Ruhan Randhawa (Aaryan) and Reet Thakur (Kiara Advani) cross paths on a road trip. Reet reveals that she was on her way to Rajasthan for her marriage. On their journey, Randhawa insists Thakur join him at a music festival, where he saves her from an accident. However, Thakur's family believes that she didn't survive the mishap.

Turn
Incidentally, vengeful spirit Manjulika gets released

After learning that her sister is in love with her fiance, Thakur continues to play dead so the two can get married. She convinces Randhawa to help her on this mission, who pretends to have the ability to communicate with spirits and becomes Rooh Baba. Everything is fun and games until he accidentally opens a room that contains the vengeful spirit of Manjulika.

Review
No 'horror' in this horror-comedy film

To begin with, let's scratch the word "horror" out of the film's supposed horror-comedy genre. Bhool Bhuliayaa 2 has absolutely no elements of horror and it doesn't even include any typical jump scares, which probably would've helped it a little. The movie focuses more on the comedy part, but the jokes aren't even funny. If anything, Manjulika is the funniest part of the film.

Observations
Advani plays filler character, Aaryan imitates Kumar's nuances but misses

We get that it must be a tough job to try and level up to the benchmark set by the prequel, but the absence of Kumar and Balan is felt strongly. Aaryan tries to fill that void by mimicking certain nuances from Kumar's performance, but they don't cut it. Advani's role feels like a filler as her character doesn't add relevance to the storyline.

Details
Tabu's acting is only good part of the film

The only good thing going on for Bazmee's film is Tabu. She plays dual roles and completely nails the transition between the two. She brings elegance to her character and is also seen speaking in flawless Bengali in certain parts. Tabu adds some much-needed seriousness to the film when needed. Watching Rajpal Yadav reprise his role as Chhote Pandit is a delightful save.

Verdict
'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' offers nothing new, all-in-all major disappointment

The plot twist at the end was highly predictable and the film would have better if the horror bit was taken seriously. Cons aside, actors Rajesh Sharma, Amar Upadhyay, Sanjay Mishra, and Milind Gunaji, among others, gave a decent performance and made it a little entertaining. Overall, it doesn't have anything new in store and runs like a clichéd comedy flick. Verdict: 0.5/5 stars.

Share this timeline
Facebook
Whatsapp
Twitter
Linkedin
Yvonne Jacob
Yvonne Jacob
Mail
Yvonne Jacob is an entertainment writer at NewsBytes. She has previously worked with Femina, Just Urbane and Turbocharged magazine where she wrote about fashion, travel, lifestyle and automotive. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design from School of Fashion Technology, Pune. When she is not busy working, you can find her going on scooter rides, probably contemplating another tattoo or holding her pet cat and whispering, “My precious!”
Latest
Akshay Kumar
Tabu
Kartik Aaryan
Kiara Advani
Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2
Related
Latest
2022 Wimbledon: Novak Djokovic defeats Tim van Rijthoven
2022 Wimbledon: Novak Djokovic defeats Tim van Rijthoven Sports
What to watch in July? 7 upcoming titles hitting OTT
What to watch in July? 7 upcoming titles hitting OTT Entertainment
2022 Wimbledon: Ons Jabeur reaches quarter-finals after beating Elise Mertens
2022 Wimbledon: Ons Jabeur reaches quarter-finals after beating Elise Mertens Sports
Samsung rolls out July Android security update for Galaxy A32
Samsung rolls out July Android security update for Galaxy A32 Technology
5 martial art forms to lose weight
5 martial art forms to lose weight Lifestyle
Akshay Kumar
'Samrat Prithviraj' OTT details out, movie streaming from July 1
'Samrat Prithviraj' OTT details out, movie streaming from July 1 Entertainment
'Hera Pheri 3' returning with original cast: All we know
'Hera Pheri 3' returning with original cast: All we know Entertainment
'Raksha Bandhan' trailer: Heartfelt family drama, possibly a social commentary
'Raksha Bandhan' trailer: Heartfelt family drama, possibly a social commentary Entertainment
Sushma Seth turns 86: Exploring 5 lesser-known facts about actor
Sushma Seth turns 86: Exploring 5 lesser-known facts about actor Entertainment
Akshay Kumar starrer 'Raksha Bandhan's trailer releasing on this day
Akshay Kumar starrer 'Raksha Bandhan's trailer releasing on this day Entertainment
More News
Tabu
Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 2' to hit theaters on November 18!
Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 2' to hit theaters on November 18! Entertainment
'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' enters Rs. 100cr club, third installment confirmed
'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' enters Rs. 100cr club, third installment confirmed Entertainment
'De De Pyaar De' sequel coming, confirms Ajay Devgn
'De De Pyaar De' sequel coming, confirms Ajay Devgn Entertainment
'The Sandman': Hindi adaptation of Neil Gaiman-creation out on Audible
'The Sandman': Hindi adaptation of Neil Gaiman-creation out on Audible Entertainment
'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' trailer: Manjulika returns, Rooh Baba on alert
'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' trailer: Manjulika returns, Rooh Baba on alert Entertainment
More News
Kartik Aaryan
Kangana Ranaut's 'Dhaakad' OTT release: All you need to know
Kangana Ranaut's 'Dhaakad' OTT release: All you need to know Entertainment
From swanky cars to luxurious home, decoding Kartik Aaryan's lifestyle
From swanky cars to luxurious home, decoding Kartik Aaryan's lifestyle Entertainment
SRK tests COVID-19 positive, Karan Johar's birthday party to blame?
SRK tests COVID-19 positive, Karan Johar's birthday party to blame? Entertainment
Is Kartik Aaryan taking over Akshay Kumar's 'Housefull' franchise?
Is Kartik Aaryan taking over Akshay Kumar's 'Housefull' franchise? Entertainment
'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2': All records broken by Kartik Aaryan's horror-comedy
'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2': All records broken by Kartik Aaryan's horror-comedy Entertainment
More News
Kiara Advani
Ram Charan and Shankar's 'RC15' to have action-packed climax sequence
Ram Charan and Shankar's 'RC15' to have action-packed climax sequence Entertainment
Celebrities likely to guest on 'Koffee with Karan 7'
Celebrities likely to guest on 'Koffee with Karan 7' Entertainment
'JugJugg Jeeyo's box office: Multistarrer inching toward Rs. 50cr mark
'JugJugg Jeeyo's box office: Multistarrer inching toward Rs. 50cr mark Entertainment
'JugJugg Jeeyo' box office: Film earns Rs. 12cr+ on Saturday
'JugJugg Jeeyo' box office: Film earns Rs. 12cr+ on Saturday Entertainment
'JugJugg Jeeyo' box office: Karan Johar's family drama starts moderately
'JugJugg Jeeyo' box office: Karan Johar's family drama starts moderately Entertainment
More News
Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2
'RRR' to 'Vikram': India's top 5 highest-grossing movies of 2022
'RRR' to 'Vikram': India's top 5 highest-grossing movies of 2022 Entertainment
'Vikram,' 'Jurassic World: Dominion': How are recently released films performing?
'Vikram,' 'Jurassic World: Dominion': How are recently released films performing? Entertainment
'Doctor G', 'Maidaan', 'Mission Majnu': It's raining delays in Bollywood
'Doctor G', 'Maidaan', 'Mission Majnu': It's raining delays in Bollywood Entertainment
How are 'Samrat Prithviraj,' 'Major,' 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' performing internationally?
How are 'Samrat Prithviraj,' 'Major,' 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' performing internationally? Entertainment
'Samrat Prithviraj': Day 2 collection sees slow but steady pace
'Samrat Prithviraj': Day 2 collection sees slow but steady pace Entertainment
More News
Related
'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' crosses Rs. 200cr mark in domestic market
'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' crosses Rs. 200cr mark in domestic market Entertainment
What did Kartik Aaryan, others charge for 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2'?
What did Kartik Aaryan, others charge for 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2'? Entertainment
'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' box office: Next target Rs. 200cr mark!
'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' box office: Next target Rs. 200cr mark! Entertainment
'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' OTT-release: When, where to watch Kartik Aaryan-starrer?
'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' OTT-release: When, where to watch Kartik Aaryan-starrer? Entertainment
Next News Article
Next News Article

Love Entertainment news?

Subscribe to stay updated.

Entertainment Thumbnail
India News Business News World News Politics News Sports News Technology News Entertainment News Auto News Lifestyle News Inspirational News
Career News Bengaluru News Delhi News Mumbai News Mukesh Ambani Indian Premier League (IPL) Karnataka Samsung Xiaomi West Bengal
Bihar Virat Kohli Rohit Sharma Haryana Narendra Modi Arvind Kejriwal Tamil Nadu Gujarat Yogi Adityanath YouTube
Instagram Hollywood News Uttar Pradesh Kerala Netflix Bollywood News Mamata Banerjee Maruti Suzuki Rahul Gandhi Elon Musk
Shah Rukh Khan Chelsea FC OPPO Akhilesh Yadav Indian Cricket Team Apple Manchester United Salman Khan Cryptocurrency OnePlus
Amitabh Bachchan ICC Women's World Cup Vivo India vs Sri Lanka
About Us Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Contact Us Ethical Conduct Grievance Redressal News News Archive Topics Archive IPL 2022 Schedule IPL 2022 Points Table Find Cricket Statistics
Follow us on
Facebook Twitter Linkedin Youtube
All rights reserved © NewsBytes 2022