**Son of Sardar 2: A Disjointed and Disappointing Sequel**
**Introduction**
This review focuses on the 2023 Bollywood comedy sequel *Son of Sardar 2*, examining its storyline, performances, and overall execution based on a critical viewer’s detailed Hindi-language transcript.
**Storyline Summary**
The plot follows Sardarji, whose wife has been living alone in London for several years. When he finally gets a visa to visit the UK, she demands a divorce and claims rights to his property. Heartbroken, he ends up at another house where some comedic situations unfold. The homeowner, played by Mouni Thakur, develops a need for him and makes advances, given that—as typical in Hindi films—heroes don’t approach women; women come to them. Sardarji finds himself trapped in a series of awkward and forced circumstances. Meanwhile, Ravi Kishan appears in a role reminiscent of Sanjay Dutt’s original character, albeit with a Bihari-Punjabi twist. The narrative feels random, poorly explained, and lacks coherence, giving the impression it might have been generated by AI rather than thoughtfully written by humans.
**Performances & Direction**
The acting is a mixed bag, leaning largely toward the underwhelming. Ajay Devgn delivers what is described as a “lame back performance,” making even normal humorous moments feel awkward and out of place. However, some supporting actors put in noticeable effort. Ravi Kishan, Sanjay Mishra, Mukul Dev, and Deepak Dobriyal are mentioned, though their roles aren’t distinctly memorable. Mouni Thakur, as the female lead, is credited with putting in solid work, as “heroines have to effort, else they’ll be replaced.” The direction fails to tie these performances together, resulting in a film that feels haphazard and unconvincing.
**Music & Technical Aspects**
The technical execution is criticized for its lack of impact. The movie attempts to incorporate patriotism and social messages, even recreating border movie scenes with VFX, but none of it lands effectively. The humor is described as long, cringeworthy jokes that fall flat, and the overall presentation feels basic and uninteresting. There’s a sense that the film tries to keep viewers occupied with random visuals and sounds rather than engaging them with substance.
**Conclusion**
*Son of Sardar 2* is a letdown, especially for those who remember the original fondly. It’s random, poorly written, and fails to deliver either consistent comedy or a coherent plot. While a few supporting actors try their best, the lead performance and direction drag the film down. The final verdict: keep your expectations extremely low. If you’ve seen it, share your opinions in the comments. Otherwise, you aren’t missing much. For now, skip *Son of Sardar 2* and revisit the nostalgia of the first film instead.
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