Kapil Sharma has made his return to the big screen with Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2, a sequel to his 2015 debut, and the reviews are pouring in. Directed by Anukalp Goswami, the film attempts to recapture the chaotic comedy that made the original a success, but with a new twist involving religious conversions and a more "progressive" theme.
The film's premise centers around Mohan Sharma (Kapil Sharma), a simple man from Bhopal who gets entangled in a web of accidental marriages. He desires to marry his girlfriend, Sanya (Hira Warina), but circumstances lead him to marry three other women. The story follows his increasingly convoluted efforts to juggle these relationships while keeping his wives from discovering the truth.
Critics are divided on the film's success. Some appreciate the light-hearted humor and Kapil Sharma's comedic timing, noting that it evokes the madcap comedies of the 90s. Many highlight Manjot Singh's performance as Mohan's friend, Hubby, as a major source of entertainment. Some reviews praise the film for its clean, family-friendly humor and its attempt to promote a message of unity and acceptance. Rediff.com notes that the film "speaks about a time when the Constitution mattered more than one's religion".
However, other critics have been less kind. Several reviewers found the film's humor to be outdated, insensitive, and even cringe-worthy. Some have criticized the writing for being weak and the plot for being stretched unnecessarily, particularly in the second half. Movie Talkies called the film a "cinematic punishment," deeming it a "tone-deaf, shallow film that inadvertently shames feminism and glorifies absurdity".
Several reviews mention that Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 seems to be attempting a course correction from the original, with a more conscious effort to avoid jokes at the expense of others. Bollywood Hungama gives the film 3.5/5 stars, noting that while it's "neither groundbreaking nor flawless, the gags land more often than not".
The cast includes Kapil Sharma, Manjot Singh, Hira Warina, Tridha Choudhary, Parul Gulati, Ayesha Khan, Asrani, Akhilendra Mishra, Vipin Sharma, and Sushant Singh.
Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 faces competition from other releases, including the action film Dhurandhar. Some analysts suggest that the film's box office success will depend on word-of-mouth. As of its opening day, the film collected ₹1.5 crore in India. Trade analyst Rohit Jaiswal estimates the film's budget to be around Rs 30 crore.
For those interested in watching the film at home, OTT Play reports that JioHotstar has acquired the post-theatrical streaming rights, with an expected release on the platform in early February.
