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Stree 2
Theatrical release poster
Directed byAmar Kaushik
Written byNiren Bhatt
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyJishnu Bhattacharjee
Edited byHemanti Sarkar
Music by
Production
companies
Distributed by
Release date
  • 15 August 2024 (2024-08-15)
Running time
149 minutes[1]
CountryIndia
LanguageHindi

Stree 2: Sarkate Ka Aatank (transl. Woman 2: The Terror of the Headless) is a 2024 Hindi-language comedy horror film directed by Amar Kaushik, written by Niren Bhatt, and produced jointly by Maddock Films and Jio Studios. The film stars Rajkummar Rao, Shraddha Kapoor, Pankaj Tripathi, Abhishek Banerjee and Aparshakti Khurana. It is the fifth installment in the Maddock Supernatural Universe and is the sequel to Stree (2018).

Kaushik revealed an interest for a sequel as soon as October 2018. Whereas Rao confirmed development for a sequel in February 2022. The sequel was officially announced by the production houses in April 2023. Principal photography commenced the following July and was predominantly shot in Chanderi and Bihar before wrapping by mid‐2024. The film has music composed by Sachin–Jigar, score composed by Justin Varghese, cinematography handled by Jishnu Bhattacharjee and editing by Hemanti Sarkar.

Stree 2 was released worldwide on 15 August 2024 in theatres.[2]

Premise

After the events of Stree, the small town of Chanderi is being haunted by a beheaded creature, "Sarkata", who is abducting women.

Cast

Production

Development

In October 2018, director Amar Kaushik announced his plans for a sequel to the Stree.[6] In February 2022, actor Rajkummar Rao confirmed the sequel's development.[7] In March 2023, the sequel entered the pre-production stage, with filming scheduled to commence in July 2023.[8][9] In April 2023, the makers announced that the film would release on 30 August 2024.[10] The cast included Shraddha Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao, Pankaj Tripathi, Abhishek Banerjee and Aparshakti Khurana, reprising their roles from the previous film.[11]

Filming

Principal photography commenced on 10 July 2023,[12] with the initial shoot held in Chanderi.[13] Most of the main cast was present, except for Pankaj Tripathi, who joined the sets after completing his work on Main Atal Hoon.[14][15] The second schedule began in the same place in November 2023.[16] In December, a dance number featuring Tamannaah Bhatia alongside Rao, Tripathi, Khurrana, and Banerjee, along with the director, was filmed in Bihar and choreographed by Vijay Ganguly.[17][3] According to him, it was shot under harsh weather conditions because the director wanted to capture a realistic setting, as the following scene takes place in a live location.[18] Varun Dhawan joined the set in February 2024 to shoot his special appearance, reprising his role from the film Bhediya.[4]

Post-production

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) did not mandate any visual cuts for Stree 2. However, the board requested two audio modifications: the removal of a celebrity's name and the muting of a national monument's name. After these changes, the film was granted a U/A rating and has a runtime of 149 minutes.[1]

Music

Stree 2
Soundtrack album by
Sachin–Jigar
Released10 August 2024
StudioWhite Noise Collectives
GenreFeature film soundtrack
Length14:40
LanguageHindi
LabelSaregama
ProducerSachin–Jigar, Abhishek Singh
Sachin–Jigar chronology
Munjya
(2024) 		Stree 2
(2024)
Official audio
Stree 2 (Audio Jukebox) on YouTube

The film's music was composed by Sachin–Jigar, with lyrics written by Amitabh Bhattacharya, and the background score by Justin Varghese. The first single titled "Aaj Ki Raat" was released on 24 July 2024.[19] The second single titled "Aayi Nai" was released on 1 August 2024.[20] The third single titled "Tumhare Hi Rahenge Hum" was released on 6 August 2024.[21] The fourth single titled "Khoobsurat" was released on 9 August 2024.[22] The entire album featuring 4 tracks was released on 10 August 2024.[23]

Tracks
No.TitleSinger(s)Length
1."Aaj Ki Raat"Madhubanti Bagchi, Divya Kumar, Sachin–Jigar3:48
2."Khoobsurat"Vishal Mishra, Sachin–Jigar4:04
3."Aayi Nai"Pawan Singh, Divya Kumar, Simran Choudhary, Sachin–Jigar2:58
4."Tumhare Hi Rahenge Hum"Varun Jain, Shilpa Rao, Sachin–Jigar3:50
Total length:14:40

Marketing

The teaser for Stree 2 premiered in theatres during the end credits of Munjya on 14 June, and was later released on social media on 25 June 2024.[24][25] The trailer of the film was released on 18 July 2024 and received over 10 crore views across platforms within 24 hours.[26][27]

Release

Theatrical

Stree 2 was initially scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on 30 August 2024 but was later rescheduled to premiere on Independence Day 2024. The day before its release, nearly 3,000 paid preview night shows were held.[2][28]

Home media

The film will premiere on Amazon Prime after its theatrical run.[29]

Reception

Tushar Joshi of India Today rated the film 3.5/5 stars, commenting, "Rajkummar Rao, Shraddha Kapoor's multiverse of madness is entertaining." He noted that the film offers a humorous and thrilling continuation of the franchise with a clever script and improved VFX. Although it struggles with pacing and coherence in its multiverse crossover, it shines thanks to strong performances, particularly from Rajkummar Rao and a surprising cameo by Akshay Kumar.[30] Simran Khan of Times Now gave the film 4/5 stars, stating, "Shraddha Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao, Pankaj Tripathi Starrer Is A Well-Packaged Entertainer." She opined that the film effectively blends horror and comedy, with Rajkummar Rao delivering a standout performance alongside a strong supporting cast, including Shraddha Kapoor and Pankaj Tripathi. While the film has a few flaws, such as a predictable climax, it remains an entertaining watch, balancing laughs and scares in a way that will delight fans of the genre.[31]

Shilajit Mitra of The Hindu remarks, "Rajkummar Rao, Shraddha Kapoor and gang deliver the laughs, but not much else." According to him, the film retains the charm of its predecessor but feels like a factory-made sequel, losing some of the original's nuanced commentary on patriarchy amidst a convoluted plot. While Rajkummar Rao delivers a delightful performance as Vicky, the film struggles with its overreliance on franchise complexity and lacks the fresh edge that made the first installment resonate.[32] Saibal Chatterjee of NDTV India gave 2.5/5 stars, commenting, "Shraddha Kapoor's film is bemusing rather than petrifying." He noted that the film attempts to build on the success of its predecessor with a mix of comedy and supernatural elements but ultimately falls short due to its repetitive plot and lack of genuine scares. While the performances are commendable, the film's reliance on predictable humour and outdated portrayals detracts from its potential, leaving it feeling stale despite moments of creativity.[33]

Rishabh Suri of the Hindustan Times commented, "Rajkummar Rao leads a sequel that's better than the original; Abhishek Banerjee is the highlight." He pointed out that the film expertly blends humour with poignant commentary on societal issues, showcasing women grappling with patriarchal constraints. The film shines with sharp dialogue and standout performances, particularly from Rajkummar Rao and Abhishek Banerjee, while Tamannaah Bhatia's show-stealing entry adds to its appeal, making it a rare sequel that successfully delivers both entertainment and depth.[34] Abhishek Srivastava of The Times of India gave the film 4/5 stars, stating, "This sequel is a headless wonder that's got humour in spades." He found that the film successfully builds on the charm of its predecessor, combining quirky small-town elements with a clever script that flips the original plot by introducing a male villain, Sarkata, who targets modern women. While the film excels in humour and features a strong ensemble cast, the second half suffers from pacing issues and some underwhelming character moments; however, it ultimately delivers an entertaining experience in the horror-comedy genre.[35]

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