Overview
- The film, which released Friday, drew upbeat first-show reactions on X that highlighted situational humor and a family-friendly tone.
- According to Sacnilk cited by Hindustan Times, the comedy opened at about ₹2.99 crore, far below the 2019 film’s ₹9.10 crore start and among Ayushmann Khurrana’s weakest debuts.
- Critics offered a mixed verdict, with Hindustan Times calling it a 3.5-star crowd-pleaser focused on sharp one-liners, while The Indian Express faulted its loud tone and thin writing at 1.5 stars.
- Viewers and some outlets singled out Sara Ali Khan and Rakul Preet Singh for comic spark, with praise also for Wamiqa Gabbi and Ayushmann’s timing.
- Directed by Mudassar Aziz as a spiritual sequel set in Prayagraj and backed by T-Series and B.R. Studios, the film’s weekend trend and word of mouth will determine whether it rebounds from the soft start.