Hungama 2 Story :-
Vaani (played by Pranitha Subhash), Aakash’s (portrayed by Meezaan Jaffery) former college girlfriend, unexpectedly arrives at his doorstep with a four-year-old girl, claiming she’s his daughter. The situation takes a twist in Vaani’s favor when genetic reports support her claim. Seeking assistance from his colleague Anjali (played by Shilpa Shetty), Aakash and his family find themselves entangled in a web of misunderstandings. Meanwhile, Anjali’s insecure husband suspects an affair between her and Aakash, adding fuel to the comedic chaos. This uproarious tale is a modern adaptation of the 1994 Malayalam film “Minnaram” and a spiritual successor to the 2003 hit “Hungama.”
Movie Ratings
Release Date | 23 July 2021 |
Language | Hindi |
Genre | Comedy |
Duration | 2h 36min |
Cast | Paresh Rawal, Shilpa Shetty, Meezaan Jafri, Pranitha Subhash, Rajpal Yadav, Tiku Talsania, Ashutosh Rana, Manoj Joshi, Johnny Lever, Akshaye Khanna, Siddhant Ghegadmal, Raman Trikha, Menka Rai, Atharv Johnny, Hardika Sharma, Naira Shah, Nandhu |
Director | Priyadarshan |
Writer | Anukalp Goswami, Manisha Korde |
Cinematography | N. K. Ekambaram |
Music | Ronnie Raphael; Songs: Anu Malik |
Producer | Ratan Jain, Ganesh Jain, Chetan Jain, Armaan Ventures |
Production | Disney+ Hotstar |
Certificate | 18+ |
It has been 18 years since the release of “Hungama,” and over time, the film has achieved cult status among Indian audiences. Directed by Priyadarshan, known for his slapstick and loud comedy, the sequel “Hungama 2” follows suit. However, unlike its predecessor, the sequel does not continue the stories of Radheshyam Tiwari, Anjali, and Aakash. Instead, “Hungama 2” is loosely based on Priyadarshan’s 1994 film “Minnaram,” starring Mohanlal.
The story revolves around Aakash (played by Meezaan Jafri), a carefree young man who is about to marry the daughter of his father Kapoor’s friend, Bajaj (played by Manoj Joshi). However, chaos ensues when Vaani (portrayed by Pranitha Subhash) arrives unannounced, claiming that the child she’s carrying is Aakash’s daughter. Despite Aakash’s denial, evidence suggests otherwise, prompting Kapoor to seek the truth with the help of Anjali (played by Shilpa Shetty), whom he considers his daughter. However, Anjali’s suspicious husband, Radhe (portrayed by Paresh Rawal), mistakenly believes Anjali and Aakash are having an affair, setting off a series of comedic misunderstandings.
While the trailer promises a typical Priyadarshan comedy filled with slapstick humor and confusion, “Hungama 2” falls short by sticking to the same formula the director has used in his previous films. In today’s diverse media landscape, the film feels outdated, resembling a mishmash of Priyadarshan’s earlier works like “Hungama,” “Hulchul,” “De Dana Dan,” and “Malamaal Weekly.”
The film boasts a mix of seasoned actors like Rawal, Joshi, Tiku Talsania, and Rajpal Yadav, along with newer faces such as Meezaan and Pranitha. Despite their efforts, the characters feel underdeveloped, and the constant entry and exit of characters add little to the storyline. While mildly entertaining, “Hungama 2” suffers from stretched sequences, stereotypes, and weak punchlines disguised as jokes. Nevertheless, it may resonate with die-hard Priyadarshan fans.