Son of Sardaar 2

The Sardaar Returns with Laughter and Loud Chaos

In 2025, after a 13-year hiatus from the screen, Ajay Devgn made a boisterous return as the beloved Jassi Randhawa in Son of Sardaar 2. Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora and co-produced by Devgn Films and Jio Studios, this standalone sequel aimed to resurrect the uproarious spirit of its 2012 predecessor. The film brings Jassi from the heart of Punjab to the highlands of Scotland, weaving together comedy, action, and cultural clash, as he attempts to win hearts, resolve misunderstandings, and emerge unscathed from the chaos that follows him.

The ensemble cast, a blend of familiar and fresh faces, adds layers to the merry mayhem. Alongside Devgn stars Mrunal Thakur as his romantic interest, Ravi Kishan stepping in amid casting shifts due to visa issues, and veteran comedian Sanjay Mishra enriching the narrative with his trademark quirky flair. Supporting roles filled by Neeru Bajwa, Deepak Dobriyal, Kubbra Sait, Chunky Pandey, and the posthumous appearance of Mukul Dev contribute to the film’s vibrant and chaotic energy.

The film was initially scheduled for a July 25 release, but a surge in momentum from other Bollywood titles like Saiyaara prompted a strategic delay. It finally hit theaters on August 1, arriving amid tough competition, especially from Dhadak 2 in the same slot. Despite the star power and nostalgic charm, the film opened with a modest ₹6.75 crore, showing that even established franchises must wrestle with changing audience tastes and box-office dynamics.

Set against the scenic Scottish backdrop, Son of Sardaar 2 blasts forward with a riot of Punjabi humor, dramatic confrontations, and slapstick chases. The plot kicks off with Jassi journeying abroad to reconcile with his estranged wife, only to become entangled in a gang war, a chaotic Sikh wedding, and the ever-hilarious quest for a prized golden mango. The cultural collision—where traditions meet foreign landscapes—remains the film’s comedic fulcrum, delivering both visual spectacle and absurdist humor.

Mrunal Thakur stands out, infusing her role with sincerity and charm. Roshni Walia, transitioning from child star to adult performer, also marks a commendable debut in a film of this scale. Despite the film’s lively ensemble and dynamic setting, critics offered mixed reviews, noting that the script often leaned into formulaic jokes and wearisome tropes. As a result, the film underperformed relative to expectations, suggesting that nostalgia alone couldn’t carry it across the finish line.

Ultimately, Son of Sardaar 2 is a colorful, loud, and uneven reunion with Jassi. It delivers moments of genuine laughter and visual splendor—but also moments where the energy falters. While it never fully recaptures the cultural spark of the original, it serves as a reminder that even chaotic sequels have a place—if only as a nostalgic nod to past Bollywood madness rather than a reinvention of it.