We all know how much we deserve a Gripping, Daunting, and off-the-charts Horror-Drama in this world of Cookie-Cutter horror-thrillers that can only give us Tedious scares in the name of jump scares. But guess what? Amazon Prime is here for the rescue with its staggering sequel to the applauded predecessor. Chhorii 2 hits the screen with Stronger visuals, Louder screams, and a bloodier mess.
Ghost-Line
Chhorrii, Already Took the Audiences by a Strong wave of Horror, Chills, and a Gut-wrenching Feeling that lingered long after. And now, to intensify & deliver twice the Chills, Chhorii 2 Returns with a Hurricane of emotional turmoil, a Darker theme, and those Piercing voices in the dark that keep not only you but also your shadows awake.
Chhorii 2, follows the Storyline of Sakshi (played by Nushrratt Bharuccha), who isn’t just fighting ghosts this time — she’s fighting memories, guilt, and the trauma of everything she went through in the first film. She ends up in a place that’s even more twisted than before. It’s not just haunted – it’s cursed with secrets that go way back.
The story in Chhorii 2 doesn’t just throw jump scares at you. It gives you a peek into why the villains became who they are, especially the eerie cult led by Daasii Ma (Soha Ali Khan). You start realizing that the horror didn’t begin with Sakshi — it’s been passed down, generation after generation, like a disease nobody speaks about.
Performances
Nushrratt Bharuccha delivers one of her best performances yet — raw, unhinged, and emotionally exhausting (in a good way). The supporting cast brings the creep factor, especially the child spirits and the mysterious matriarch character introduced in this one.
However, the Character that truly blows viewers’ minds and lingers in their 6th dimension is Soha Ali Khan’s portrayal of Saurayi Ma. It’s one of her Most Commendable works, Nobody would have imagined Soha being so well-suited and acting off the charts.
The Negative role Soha has portrayed is so well-acted, People can barely recognize it’s the same Soha who had been missing from the screens for ages and was last seen years back. On top of that, can we take a moment to appreciate the actor playing Ishaani (Hardika Sharma)? Despite her age, Hardika delivers a performance that is both haunting and emotionally resonant
Why does Chhorii 2 give Tumbbad vibes?
- The Main reason why Chhorii 2 resembles and takes you back to Tumbbad’s Horror lane is the visual & Atmosphere, Symbolism, color palette, and the Ever-lingering cryptic background noises that are raw and sharp enough to make a Deep Cut.
- Although Tumbbad’s frame looked like an old dark painting, not as Painterly as Chhorii 2 has its modern-day version of the rustic Indian household.
- Tumbbad uses horror to question human desire and the inheritance of sin. It employed the Symbol of greed personified through Hastar.
- Chhorii 2, on the other hand, focuses on generational trauma and female oppression.
The ghost isn’t just there to scare—she’s there to remind you of forgotten women and unborn daughters. Just like Tumbbad, but focused on Gender, not Greed.
Why Chhorii 2 Deserves a Theatrical Release?
Forget the reviews. Forget the critics. Chhorii 2 has done something most horror films today can’t—it’s moved people. From YouTube comment sections to Reddit threads, fans can’t stop talking about the film’s haunting visuals, layered storytelling, and that eerie shadow play that sticks with you long after the credits roll.
And yet, a common frustration echoes through the fan base: “Why does a film this good only release on OTT? This deserved the big screen.” It’s a sentiment that hits hard, not every marketed film deserves a theatrical run, but Chhorii 2? It earned it . As one fan perfectly put it, “It’s never the deserving cinema that gets the big screen… just the marketed one.”
Away from the Audience, Newsslash will tell you why it deserves the bigger screen.
- Social horror done right — without being preachy
- Sharp writing, stronger villain arc
- Standalone moments of terror that stay with you
- Although Every Coin has its bad side, this film has certain pacing dips and Repetitive flashbacks.
- Overall, it’s a Must-watch if you want to relive the Tumbbad Vibe in a Lighter but Still Terrific way.
Chhorii 2 doesn’t try to be Stree 2 or even Tumbbad, and that’s its strength. It’s not a commercial horror. It’s horror that bleeds — slowly. The movie grows on you like a curse you didn’t know you invited.
We can say Tumbbad walked, so Chorrii 2 could slide down the bloody corridors.
One of the biggest letdowns in Chhorii 2 was the portrayal of the “Kala Saaya” and Soha’s eerie bald look. Instead of evoking fear, the overdone CGI and surreal styling felt more experimental than effective. Sometimes, less really is more when it comes to fear. It’s flawed, sure — but it’s bold, brutal, and deeply atmospheric. And yes, if marketed right, it deserves a cinema release.
RATING: 4 / 5 ⭐
Written by MANSI.B.SINGH