Yaariyan 2, a 2023 Indian Hindi-language coming-of-age romantic drama film, is helmed by directors Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru. Produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, and Aayush Maheshwari under the T-Series Films and Rao and Sapru Films Production banner, it stands as a standalone sequel to the 2014 film Yaariyan directed by Divya Khosla Kumar. The ensemble cast features Kumar, Yash Dasgupta, Pearl V Puri, Meezaan Jafri, Anaswara Rajan, Bhagyashri Borse, and Warina Hussain.
The movie marks the Hindi film debut of Dasgupta, Puri, Rajan, and Bose. Drawing inspiration from the 2014 Malayalam film Bangalore Days by Anjali Menon, the film’s cinematography is skillfully handled by Ravi Yadav, while the editing is done by Abhishek Kumar Singh.
Plot:
The narrative revolves around the lives and relationships of three cousins: Laadli Chibber, Bajrang Das Khatri (Bajju), and Shikhar Randhawa. Laadli, a recovering thalassemia patient with aspirations of winning a beauty pageant, faces the complexities of marriage with Abhay. Shikhar, a daring bike racer, and Bajju, a simple guy in Mumbai, find themselves entangled in love and heartbreak. As their paths unfold, the film explores themes of love, redemption, and unexpected happiness.
Director:
Radhika Rao
Vinay Sapru
Write:
Muhammad Asif Ali
Screenplay by:
Radhika Rao
Vinay Sapru
Based on:
Bangalore Days by Anjali Menon
Producer:
Bhushan Kumar
Divya Khosla Kumar
Krishan Kumar
Aayush Maheshwari
Starring:
Divya Khosla Kumar
Yash Dasgupta
Pearl V Puri
Meezaan Jafri
Anaswara Rajan
Bhagyashri Borse
Warina Hussain
Cinematography:
Ravi Yadav
Edited by:
Abishek Kumar Singh
Music by:
Songs:
Manan Bhardwaj
Khaalif
Rahim Shah
Yo Yo Honey Singh
Background Score:
JAM8
Production Companies:
T-Series Films
Rao And Sapru Films
Distributed by:
AA Films
Release Date:
20 October 2023
Running Time:
148 minutes
Country:
India
Language:
Hindi
Box Office:
₹2.67 crore
Cast:
- Divya Khosla Kumar as Laadli Chibber
- Yash Dasgupta as Abhay Singh Katyal
- Pearl V Puri as Bajrang Das Khatri
- Meezaan Jafri as Shikhar Randhawa
- Anaswara Rajan as Ikrooh Awasthi
- Bhagyashri Borse as Raajlaxmi Cariappa
- Warina Hussain as Shona
Production:
Directed by Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru, known for films like Lucky: No Time for Love and Sanam Teri Kasam, Yaariyan 2 was announced in October 2022. The shooting took place in Shimla, Mumbai, the United Kingdom, and the outskirts of Bengaluru. The film was released on October 20, 2023.
Soundtrack:
No. | Song of Title | Singer | Lyrics | Music |
1 | “Saure Ghar” | Vishal Mishra, Neeti Mohan, Manan Bhardwaj | Manan Bhardwaj | Manan Bhardwaj |
2 | “Simroon Tera Naam” | Sachet Tandon | Manan Bhardwaj | Manan Bhardwaj |
3 | “Oonchi Oonchi Deewarein” | Arijit Singh | Manan Bhardwaj | Manan Bhardwaj |
4 | “Blue Hai Paani Paani” | Arijit Singh, Neha Kakkar | Yo Yo Honey Singh, Khaalif | Yo Yo Honey Singh, Khaalif |
5 | “Bewafaa Tu” | Jubin Nautiyal | Manan Bhardwaj, Rahim Shah, Shamsul Hasan Shams | Manan Bhardwaj |
6 | “Suit Patiala” | Guru Randhawa, Neha Kakkar, Manan Bhardwaj | Manan Bhardwaj | Manan Bhardwaj |
7 | “Heer Bhi Roye” | Parampara Tandon | Manan Bhardwaj | Manan Bhardwaj |
8 | “Peene De” | Master Saleem, Millind Gaba | Manan Bhardwaj | Manan Bhardwaj |
9 | “Sunny Sunny 2.0” | Yo Yo Honey Singh, Neha Kakkar | Yo Yo Honey Singh, Khaalif | Yo Yo Honey Singh, Khaalif |
10 | “Kho Sa Gaya Hoon” | Manan Bhardwaj, Yo Yo Honey Singh, Neha Kakkar | Manan Bhardwaj, Yo Yo Honey Singh | Manan Bhardwaj, Yo Yo Honey Singh |
11 | “Aaja Meri Jaan” | Mauli Dave | Mayur Puri | R.D.Burman, Dj Phukan |
12 | “Fools Game” | Aaroh Velankar | Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru | Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru |
13 | “Teri Lod Nahi/ Rabba” | Asees Kaur, Inder Chahal | Kumaar, Dev Kholi | Abhijit Vaghani |
14 | “Chahtaan/Dard” | Palak Muchhal, Jordan Sandhu | Nirmaan | Abhijit Vaghani |
15 | “O Ri Chiraiya” | Mriganka Bhattacharjya | Swananand Kirkire | Ram Sampath |
16 | “Roi Na/Maahi Ve” | Kanika Kapoor, Ninja | Nirmaan | Abhijit Vaghani |
17 | “Set Me Free” | Mriganka Bhattacharjya | Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru | Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru |
18 | “Din Shagna Da” | Jasleen Royal | Neeraj Rajawat | Jasleen Royal |
19 | “Chan Kitthan/Mere Sohneya” | Akhil Sachdeva, Kaur B | Kumaar, Irshad Kamil | Abhijit Vaghani |
The soundtrack album, featuring compositions by Manan Bhardwaj, Yo Yo Honey Singh, Rahim Shah, and Khaalif, was released on September 24, 2023. The songs, including “Saure Ghar,” “Simroon Tera Naam,” and “Oonchi Oonchi Deewarein,” contributed to the film’s musical appeal.
Controversy:
The film faced controversy related to religious sentiments, particularly regarding a scene featuring Meezaan Jafri wearing a kirpan. The makers apologized, clarifying the use of a Khukri and removed the scenes to address concerns.
Reception 123mkv:
Reviews for Yaariyan 2 were mixed. While some praised its romantic and dramatic elements, others found it lacking in a tightly-knit narrative. Ratings ranged from 2 to 4 stars, with acknowledgment of engaging performances and the film’s adaptation of the Malayalam gem Bangalore Days. Despite controversies, the film was deemed a decent entertainer, with Divya Khosla Kumar’s performance receiving acclaim.
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