Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 (2022)

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 is the kind of crowd-pleaser that understands the secret of a good horror-comedy: it lets you laugh, then sneaks a chill in through the cracked door when you least expect it. Set in a grand, dusty Rajasthani haveli with secrets baked into its walls, the film rides on Kartik Aaryan’s breezy charm and comic timing while Tabu brings a deliciously magnetic presence that keeps the story humming with intrigue. The vibe is playful and theatrical—complete with catchy musical bursts and a steady drip of “wait, what?” turns—so even when it leans into spooky folklore, it never loses its sense of fun. If you want pure, hard horror, this isn’t that; but if you’re on the fence and craving an entertaining, twisty night at the movies, it’s an easy yes.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 is clearly trying to be a crowd-pleasing haunted-house romp that mixes jumpy “spirit” moments with broad, mainstream comedy and a star-driven mystery. The problem is it often feels like it’s coasting on the name of the original rather than earning its scares or laughs, with a bloated runtime and tonal whiplash that makes the horror feel toothless and the humor feel repetitive. If you’re hoping for the sharper tension, tighter storytelling, or emotional punch associated with the 2007 film, this may come off as a glossy, noisier imitation. Still, Kartik Aaryan has energetic comic presence and Tabu brings real commitment, so if you just want a light, time-pass entertainer with a few spooky set pieces, it can do the job.