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Ragini MMS 2

21 March 2014Hindi1h 59mPart 2 of the Ragini MMS series
out of 10
Unfavorablemost critics didn't like it
Monk Score · 20 scored reviews · 5 not rated

A hollow 'horrex' that neither frightens nor titillates, despite Leone's watchable turn.

Verdict tier Unfavorable, most critics didn't like it, on a scale of Unfavorable, Mixed, Recommended, Exceptional.

  • Praised: Sunny Leone's screen presence
  • Criticised: Weak script and absent scares

Audience

User score 6.3 out of 10 from 3 ratings, not enough ratings for a verdict yet
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Critic consensus

What 25 critics are saying

Critical reception for Ragini MMS 2 is largely negative to mixed, with most reviewers finding the film narratively weak, reliant on formula, and failing to deliver on its self-proclaimed 'horrex' premise as either convincing horror or eroticism. The most consistent point of praise across reviews is Sunny Leone's screen presence and her improved performance compared to her earlier Bollywood work. Common criticisms include a clichéd, incoherent script, underdeveloped characters, and a lack of genuine scares, with several critics noting the film functions more as commercial product than creative filmmaking. A handful of reviewers concede it offers mindless entertainment for undemanding audiences, particularly fans of the soundtrack.

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Critic reviews (25)

Top critics first, then by score · not-rated last · updated

  1. Top critic

    Indian Express

    Film review ·

    Despite its harum-scarum script and barely-there logic, I quite enjoyed 'Ragini MMS 2' in the portions when Sunny Leone is in full stride. She is totally comfortable in her acres of bare skin, and is surprisingly not that much of a slouch when it comes to acting her part. Heaving and moaning, sure, that's expected. But she can carry a scene: maybe not 'porn se Rituparno' just yet (another example of the dialogue that fits the tone of this film like another kind of sheath), but not half bad.
  2. Top critic

    Hindustan Times

    Film review ·

    If instead of character and narrative, you're looking for a few cheap thrills, then Ragini MMS 2 might do the trick.
  3. Top critic

    NDTV

    Film review ·

    Why are the characters in our horror films so intellectually challenged? Ragini MMS 2 is specially suffused with morons...Ragini MMS 2 is so enamoured by its luscious leading lady's lusty past that it doesn't know what it wants to be. Neither horrifying nor sexy, the film is like a conflicted schizophrenic seeking a closure to his identity crisis blocking out the sunlight from all the windows in his home and running around in circles all over his darkened home.
  4. Top critic

    Firstpost

    Film review ·

    After a great start to the year with a string of good films, the honeymoon has finally ended. Ragini MMS 2 reminds you that Bollywood still is a stinker conveyor belt. Why someone needs to sully the face of horror cinema and churn out such awful films is a question best left for folks smarter than me. You have no one but yourselves to blame if the words 'One ticket for Ragini MMS 2' exit your mouth.
  5. Bollywood Hungama

    Film review ·

    ...has ample scares, a generous dose of skin show, a winning soundtrack and of course, a sensuous Sunny Leone to spell S-U-C-C-E-S-S. This second helping is much more scrumptious and delicious than the first. Go, get spooked!
  6. Deccan Chronicle

    Film review ·

    Ragini MMS 2 has the standard plot of film within a film. But it's been used to great effect and impact here. Has just the right amount of mambo-jambo to carry the conceit of horror films forward.
  7. DNA India

    Film review ·

    Whether you are a Sunny Leone fan or not, Ragini MMS 2 still manages to raise a few scares and stay true to its genre.
  8. KoiMoi

    Film review ·

    ...is far more lucid than Ragini MMS. Though the first half isn't exactly remarkable, the build up to the second half, the well used titillating show and the tight eldritch climax is what makes the film a worthwhile film here. Do not expect anything beyond mindless entertainment because this film is just the horror variation of a commercial potboiler. Don't attach logic, don't expect intelligence, just get entertained.
  9. Sify

    Film review ·

    One of the film's main draw— Sunny Leone looks the part. Compared to the obvious awkwardness in her first Bollywood film Jism 2, there's a marked step-up. The film could be disappointing for serious horror buffs. It may not be the scariest film you've seen, but with the combination of a few chilling moments, excellent supporting cast and the comedic relief, it certainly is entertaining!
  10. Bollywood Life

    Film review ·

    We are sure all Sunny Leone fans are going to throng the theatres irrespective of what we say. So this is for the rest of you – if you want to get entertained and aren't looking out for a meaningful cinematic experience, then you can indeed watch this one but not with your family.
  11. NowRunning

    Film review ·

    Despite a half-baked script with cliched masala, Ragini MMS 2 is worth a watch purely for Sunny Leone's performance.
  12. India Today

    Film review ·

    For a film which is billing itself as India's first horrex (horror and sex) genre film, Ragini MMS 2 is hardly a spine-chilling tale. Ironically, the sequel to the 2011 film, which had genuine scream-inducing scenes, works better at tickling the funny bone.
  13. Mid-Day

    Film review ·

    ...is not yawn-inducing but quite entertaining. But that doesn't take away from the fact that it's a shoddily-made film that could have been better if it hadn't blindly followed the same old horror film formula.
  14. Rediff

    Film review ·

    At best, the film seems like a spoof. Overall the movie still manages to scare at some shots, make us laugh and enjoy Sunny Leone in her skimpy outfits.
  15. The Navhind Times

    Film review ·

    There is no story to speak of in it and neither can Sunny Leone's anatomy nor her gyrations and heaving can save this unmitigated disaster. The film has been termed as a horrex, a combination of horror and sex. There was no evidence of the former and the latter was cringe worthy at best. But I guess the film makers know that there are there are enough babydoll fans to ensure that the producers laugh their way to the bank.
  16. Mumbai Mirror

    Film review ·

    Are you okay with the fact that Divya Dutta is a psychiatrist that specializes in paranormal cases? Or that her initial scenes are preceded by the same stock footage of Marine Drive? It doesn't matter. The makers are sure you will be okay with Miss Leone wearing her sexiest lingerie to bed every night. Or tied to a chair in lingerie. Where will you ever see that?
  17. Wogma

    Film review ·

    Ragini MMS 2 is like any other B-grade horror film or Horrex (Horror-Sex for the uninclined) as Ragini MMS 2 likes to call itself. Do not be surprised if I copy-paste this review for the next similarly done film in the genre.
  18. Yahoo

    Film review ·

    My half star is for the unintentional fun that you end up having while watching'Ragini MMS 2' – the hero's poor impression of Rajkummar Rao and Sandhya Mridul's Rakhi Sawant act are over-the-top but mildly funny.

From our readers

Audience reviews (1)

3 ratings · user score 6.3

  1. sophia ajazMay 2015
    5/10

    Well, u read that right. Move over Ragini. Sunny has taken over. And how. From the first frame to the last, it has Sunny written all over it. Most of our heroines cannot act and end up emoting by contortions. Here is an innocent pristine ex-adult star (imported from Canada) who gives dollar value for rupee. She lights up the screen by her mere presence. Of course her acting is like icing on the cake. But then a horror show without skin show and oomph is incomplete. Sunny is in a no holds bar zone. She holds nothing back. What has she to lose except gain theatre-filled viewers. And lusty cheers abound. She deserves and devours attention. There is no cheapness in her act. It flows so naturally. Reminded me of boneless Helen. Sunny is so empowering without being forceful, that I forgot the movie or the movie within the movie. She is enigmatic. She is she. I loved the songs -Baby Doll. Oh yes, she is. She drips moments of pure desire. After this movie, her market will skyrocket. But I shudder to think what will happen to Sunny Deol paaji, whose movie is releasing next week and whose stars are in unsunny zone. He has tough competition. Fact is both r Punjabis. Both r physical on-screen. It'll be a day if Leone promotes Deol. The movie collected: Fri: 8.50; Sat: 7.50; Sun: TBD. Points to the lass's appeal. Sunny deo toh Sunny Leone. The empress takes a bow. Hail whatever!

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