Bunty Aur Babli 2 -2021- Today
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4.5/5 stars
Unless you're a die-hard Saif or Rani fan, there's little reason to watch. It's a cash-grab sequel that misunderstands what made the original a cult classic—its fresh energy, clever cons, and the unstoppable pairing of a young Abhishek and Rani. bunty aur babli 2 -2021-
Sixteen years after the runaway success of the hit 2005 con-comedy, Yash Raj Films brought the iconic duo back to the silver screen with . Released on November 19, 2021, the film was one of the most anticipated Bollywood sequels of the year. However, despite a star-studded cast including Saif Ali Khan, Rani Mukerji, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and debutante Sharvari Wagh , the film failed to live up to sky-high expectations, both critically and commercially. From its star-crossed production to its lackluster box office performance, Bunty Aur Babli 2 serves as a compelling story of a beloved franchise that struggled to find its footing.
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The film stars Randeep Hooda and Sharman Joshi reprising their roles as Bunty and Babli, respectively. The story takes place 16 years after the events of the first film. Bunty and Babli, who were once notorious con artists, have now retired from the business and are living a quiet life. However, they are soon pulled back into the world of crime when a young and charming con artist named Rummy (played by Paresh Rawal's son, Siddharth Rawal) approaches them for guidance.
Saif Ali Khan stepped in for Abhishek Bachchan, reuniting with Rani Mukerji for the first time since Ta Ra Rum Pum (2007). Can’t copy the link right now
The spark between Saif and Rani did not replicate the iconic pairing of Rani and Abhishek.
The new pair is the film’s true energy source. Siddhant, fresh off Gully Boy , plays Kunal with a swaggering, meta-awareness of the first film. He breaks the fourth wall, referencing the “original” Bunty as a legend. Sharvari, making her debut, is a revelation—equal parts cunning and glamorous. Their dance numbers are energetic, and their cons are genuinely creative. The problem is that the film seems confused whether they are villains or heroes. By the end, you almost root for the kids over the veterans.
The biggest hurdle for Bunty Aur Babli 2 is its writing. The 2005 original succeeded because its cons felt grounded in small-town aspirations and the scams relied on clever human psychology (like selling the Taj Mahal). In the sequel, the scams rely heavily on convenient plot devices, digital hacking, and unrealistic setups that diminish the tension.