De De Pyaar De 2 takes forward the tone and texture of its predecessor—light, engaging, occasionally messy, but always watchable. The sequel finds Ashish (Ajay Devgn) and Aisha (Rakul Preet Singh) already in a steady relationship, only to steer the drama toward her family home, where the real conflict waits. Aisha’s father, Rakesh (R. Madhavan), and mother, Anju (Gautami Kapoor), struggle with the unconventional match: he’s older, divorced, and with grown-up kids; she’s young, spirited, and absolutely certain of her choice.
The USP of the film
The film unfolds like a classic family rom-com, weaving together humour, tension, and emotional push-and-pull. There’s an undeniable warmth to the narrative, even when it goes through familiar beats. The comedy lands in parts, especially in scenes where Rakesh’s rigid worldview clashes with Aisha’s fiery independence. Ashish, meanwhile, finds himself navigating a minefield of insecurities, generational differences, and awkward introductions—territory Ajay Devgn handles with his trademark deadpan ease.
Rakul Preet Singh shines the brightest here. She brings charm, assertiveness, and a relatable modern-day sensibility to Aisha, making her more than just a love interest. Madhavan, too, is solid, though the casting feels a little odd at times, given the age dynamics the story leans heavily on. Still, he carries the role with conviction, balancing authority with vulnerability. It is impossible to miss out on the Shaitaan, Singham and other Ajay Devgn film references that are loosely used as dialogue in the film. The constant use of the `modern educated progressive family` phrase caps the whole goof-up between Rakesh and Ashish.
The unsharpened edges
Where the film falters is in its length. At nearly two-and-a-half hours, the pace wobbles. Some emotional sequences stretch longer than needed, and certain comedic threads feel overplayed. The film tries to juggle too many tones—broad humour, family melodrama, and romance, which results in an uneven rhythm. Yet, despite the bumps, the overall ride remains pleasant. The story takes the repetitive route, more like the same dish served with different spices.
The supporting cast adds flavour: Jaaved Jaaferi and Meezaan Jafri bring in bursts of energy and lightness just when the film needs them. The music is peppy, the visuals are vibrant, and the storytelling, though occasionally overloaded, retains an easy charm.
Ultimately, De De Pyaar De 2 doesn’t aim to break new ground. It simply wants to entertain, and for the most part, it succeeds. It’s a breezy, feel-good rom-com that works best when it doesn’t overthink itself.
