Mithya 2 Review: Huma Qureshi Starrer Is A Disappointing Follow-up With Lackluster Plot And Direction
If you were disappointed by 'Singham Again' and 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' and hoped to find something worthwhile on OTT, you might want to skip 'Mithya 2' on Zee5.
If you were disappointed by 'Singham Again' and 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' and hoped to find something worthwhile on OTT, you might want to skip 'Mithya 2' on Zee5. This series, like the sequels of the former movies, seems to be riding on the misconception that audiences will watch anything if the first part was successful — but the reality is quite different.
Mithya 2 Plot
'Mithya 2' centers around two stepsisters who are in constant competition to bring each other down. Huma Qureshi plays a writer, while Avantika Dassani portrays a businesswoman. The drama begins when Avantika hires Naveen Kasturia to accuse Huma of plagiarizing his story for her book. When Huma’s father finds out, he becomes distressed. What follows is a series of juvenile back-and-forth maneuvers between the sisters that span six episodes but offer little excitement or depth.
How is Mithya 2?
You might struggle to finish 'Mithya 2' — the series simply doesn’t manage to capture interest. After barely an episode and a half, it becomes dull and repetitive, lacking any real surprises or impactful twists. At six episodes, it feels unnecessarily long, with a plot reminiscent of two children bickering. The storytelling is straightforward to the point of predictability, devoid of shock or suspense. Getting through the entire series is more a test of endurance than entertainment.
Performances
Huma Qureshi’s performance is just average; she fails to leave the kind of impression she did in 'Maharani'. Her acting suffers from weak writing, which holds her back from creating a memorable role. Avantika Dassani, daughter of Bhagyashree, is new to the scene, but she does manage to make a positive impression. With better roles, she could potentially shine. Naveen Kasturia, a talented actor, is underutilized in a role that needed more depth and development. Rajit Kapoor gives a solid performance, but the weak storyline overshadows everyone’s acting efforts.
Direction
Directed by Kapil Sharma (no, not the 'Comedy Nights' host, but a different Kapil Sharma), the direction is lackluster and fails to engage viewers. At no point does it feel suspenseful or intriguing; the narrative just meanders. With changing tastes in content, audiences expect something that can truly captivate and surprise them. Unfortunately, here, the lackluster storytelling is what catches viewers off guard.
Verdict
There’s not much in 'Mithya 2' to make it worth watching.
Rating
1 star