“Son Of Sardaar 2” is a Bollywood film released on August 1, 2025, featuring Ajay Devgn and Mrunal Thakur, directed by Vijay Kumar Arora. This movie is a sequel that tries to build on the legacy of the original “Son Of Sardaar” film from 2013, but as per this review, it struggles significantly to capture the same charm or comedic effectiveness as its predecessor.
The review opens with a sharp comparison to the original film, highlighting that the star Ajay Devgn, once brave and confident against major opponents like Shah Rukh Khan, now seems to be fleeing not from others but his own past onscreen performances. This metaphorical ‘flight’ sets the tone for the kind of disappointment the film delivers. The reviewer warns viewers not to watch this film with family due to its many double-meaning dialogues, both in English and Hindi, implying the humor is forced and lowbrow.
The storyline revolves around themes centered on weddings, relationships, and misunderstandings, presented through the lens of two families from India and Pakistan. There are elements like love between young couples, overbearing parental conditions for marriage, and cultural clashes including an ‘India-Pakistan mouth war’ intertwined with a personal “Mahabharata” style wedding conflict, which ultimately results in the cancellation of a wedding. Yet, rather than engaging these potentially rich dramatic themes, the storytelling drags, making simple plot points feel exhausting and over-explained.
Regarding performances, the reviewer is notably harsh on Ajay Devgn’s acting, describing it as the worst they have seen from the actor so far. The comedy is blamed as being almost entirely ineffective, with jokes falling flat and Ajay Devgn himself reportedly delivering lines as though under duress. The absence of Sanjay Dutt, a key player in the original film, is described as a major detriment, and Sonakshi Sinha is suggested as the better fit for Mrunal Thakur’s role. Mrunal’s presence is acknowledged, but her role and talents are said to be underutilized and overshadowed by poor scripting and direction.
The film’s length—about two hours and twenty minutes—is critiqued as excessive, especially because only a couple of scenes invoke genuine laughter. The soundtrack is dismissed as “time pass,” easily forgettable. The review also touches on the stereotypical and arguably insensitive representation of Sardars, labeling the depiction as a “biggest offense,” and warning that people from Punjab might avoid watching the film altogether.
One bright spot mentioned is the performance of Deepak Dobriyal, who brings some semblance of effort and freshness to his character, and a scene involving Sunny Deol from the movie “Border,” which is humorously dubbed the best part of this otherwise underwhelming film. However, these moments are rare exceptions in an overall bleak cinematic experience.
The film is criticized for lacking a coherent story, common sense in scripting, and comic timing. The usage of double-meaning jokes and Paji Ravi’s Punjabi language in the film is pointed out as part of its forced comedic attempts. Moreover, it is said that the film fails to live up to its title or the legacy of the first film, instead coming across as a cheaply made sequel that relies solely on the title for recognition.
To summarize, the review gives “Son Of Sardaar 2” a rating of zero out of five stars. The viewer is urged to treat the film as a cautionary example when it comes to Bollywood sequels and to express their honest opinions in the comments section if they also experienced disappointment. The review ends on a personal note, hoping viewers take heed of the reviewer’s sentiments and avoid suffering through the film’s shortcomings.