*Stree 2* has been receiving praise for its successful blend of horror, humor, and emotional depth. The sequel reunites the original cast—Rajkummar Rao, Shraddha Kapoor, Pankaj Tripathi, and others—in a story that expands the *Stree* cinematic universe while delivering solid entertainment.

The film is notable for its sharper writing and improved VFX [[❞]](https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/reviews/story/stree-2-movie-review-rajkummar-rao-shraddha-kapoor-rating-2582524-2024-08-15) [[❞]](https://www.iwmbuzz.com/movies/editorial-movies/stree-2-review-funnier-scarier-absolute-knockout/2024/08/15). While some critics pointed out that the climax can be overwhelming and loud, the cast's performances help elevate the movie. Rajkummar Rao stands out with his impeccable comic timing, and Shraddha Kapoor's character gets more substantial development this time around [[❞]](https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/reviews/story/stree-2-movie-review-rajkummar-rao-shraddha-kapoor-rating-2582524-2024-08-15) [[❞]](https://www.iwmbuzz.com/movies/editorial-movies/stree-2-review-funnier-scarier-absolute-knockout/2024/08/15).

*Stree 2* manages to be both funnier and scarier than its predecessor. It continues the franchise’s tradition of clever punchlines and jump scares, balancing laughs with moments of genuine terror. The crossover with other films like *Bhediya* adds an interesting dimension, even if it feels a bit forced at times [[❞]](https://www.iwmbuzz.com/movies/editorial-movies/stree-2-review-funnier-scarier-absolute-knockout/2024/08/15) [[❞]](https://www.republicworld.com/entertainment/reviews/movies/stree-2-review-rajkummar-rao-shraddha-kapoor-starrer-delivers-an-important-message-behind-the-laughs).

Overall, the movie is an entertaining follow-up that delivers laughs, scares, and a few surprises, including notable cameos. It's a great watch for fans of the original and those who enjoy horror-comedies [[❞]](https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/stree-2-2/critic-review/stree-2-2-movie-review/stree-2-marks-the-birth-of-a-successful-franchise-and-is-laced-with-humour-and-horror/) [[❞]](https://www.republicworld.com/entertainment/reviews/movies/stree-2-review-rajkummar-rao-shraddha-kapoor-starrer-delivers-an-important-message-behind-the-laughs).